How do I remove a tick?

If you find a tick on your skin, you need to remove it by pulling straight up, using fine-tip tweezers by the mouthparts of the tick. Public health specialist Peter DeLucia, MPA, discusses the best way to remove a tick properly.

Tick-borne illnesses threaten many areas of the U.S. Here’s how to defend yourself, your family, and your pets.

They can make you sick, but how worried should you really be?

Here’s how to spot the signs of infection, plus tips to prevent bites.

Symptoms of this infection spread by ticks may be subtle, but it's important to catch them early.

A look at what information to record and some of the key benefits.