Tag: ticks
Pa. Department of Health launches online dashboard for tickborne diseases
Pennsylvania Department of Health launched an online dashboard to provide residents and health care providers with information about tickborne diseases.
Start scouting and preparation for tick and fly season now
It is time to start thinking about how we can keep our grazing animals safe from ticks and flies that can cause medical problems and production losses.
What to watch for with Asian longhorned ticks and Theileria in...
Ohio State Extension educator Timothy McDermott talks when and what to look at for when it comes to Asian longhorn ticks and Theileria in Ohio.
Take precautions to minimize contact with ticks
Ohioans need to be cautious while enjoying the outdoors this summer and take action to minimize contact with ticks.
The Medical Minute: Know the risks from ticks this summer
Dr. David Ingram, a physician and researcher at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, shares his insights about the health risks from 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.
