Ticks

As the summer months approach, the conversation turns to the importance of protecting ourselves from the dangers of ticks and other biting insects.

Knowing where ticks gather can help you avoid bites.

The number of tick bites received by individuals wearing either permethrin-treated or untreated summer clothing was compared during a controlled study.

With a historic year for tick-borne illness already in the making, let’s review some behaviors and protection methods proven to keep them at bay.

Cost and quality-adjusted life years of alpha-gal IgE screening vs. not screening in asymptomatic patients suggest that screening is not cost-effective.

Tips for avoiding bites and stings in warm weather.

Tips for avoiding bites and stings during warm weather.

Discover how to treat skin, clothes, and gear with a variety of tick repellents- including sprays, wipes, and travel-friendly bottles.

A previously healthy New Jersey man has been identified as suffering the first documented fatality from alpha-gal syndrome.

I’ve bought and tried out dozens of insect repellents to find the best, and have found several that work well for various situations.

A list of the 100 products our readers clicked on the most this month.

A panel of experts weigh in on how to prevent ticks.

There is a growing market of chemically treated wearables to minimize your risk of getting targeted by ticks.

A review of tick repellent products for humans and dogs.

Tips for hunting gear.

A guide to preventing ticks and insect repellent for hunters.

Grab your Permethrin and pack your Picaridin… May is Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Month!

Keep bites and disease from ruining your season with a plan that includes repellent sprays and apparel.

Tick avoidance tips for people with alpha-gal syndrome (AGS).

A review of ways to protect yourself from ticks.

DIY methods like spraying can successfully treat your outdoor areas and ward off these harmful intruders.

There is much you can do to protect yourself from ticks and protect yourself from getting bitten.

With hunting season in full swing, the threat of deer ticks looms large.

Finding options for some of the best tick prevention methods is important.