Tag - avoiding ticks

As we enter the warmer months, many of us will be gearing up to spend more time outdoors. However, with the temperatures rising, it brings about an unfortunate side effect: tick season. Ticks are not only a nuisance, but they can also transmit serious diseases such as Lyme disease. It’s important to keep yourself, your …

The Dangers of Ticks (And How to Avoid Them). Ticks are small, parasitic insects that can be found in tall grasses and woods. They attach themselves to their host (usually a human or animal) and feed on their blood. Ticks can transmit a number of diseases to their hosts, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted …