Tag: ticks
Pennsylvania ranks No. 1 in US for Lyme disease cases
Lyme disease affects more than 475,000 people annually. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases.
Expect to see more ticks statewide this season
According to an Ohio State University Extension educator, ticks — and the diseases they carry — are on the rise and will likely continue to increase.
Managing Asian longhorned ticks on pasture
Ohio State University Extension educator Timothy McDermott shares tips to help livestock producers keep their animals safe from the growing threat of ticks.
How to assess your risk for illness after removing a tick
Warmer winters mean more interactions between humans and ticks. Understanding risk and reducing exposure are key to avoiding tickborne diseases.
Lone star tick bites could result in red meat allergies
Lone star ticks could cause some people to develop an allergy to red meat after being bitten.
Expect more ticks in Ohio this season and beyond
Ticks — and the diseases they carry — are on the rise in Ohio this season and will likely continue to increase.
How to protect yourself from tickborne diseases via Ohio ticks
Ticks can pose a threat to humans because they are vectors for disease. When you spend time outdoors, protect yourself from ticks to prevent disease.
Asian longhorned tick suspected in cattle deaths in southeast Ohio
There are a lot of unknowns with the invasive Asian longhorned tick. However, some evidence has suggested they could be a new threat to cattle producers.
Protect yourself from tickborne diseases
Plan now to protect yourself against tickborne diseases, including Lyme disease, which has been found in ticks at high levels around Pennsylvania.
Troubling tick season expected
Ohio State researchers expect elevated populations of ticks this summer. Learn more about the different types and the diseases they potentially carry.
