When hunter-gatherers began living close to animals, the pathogens that cause the plague and leprosy got closer too.

Researchers from the University of Florida Emerging Pathogens Institute and Texas A&M University recently gathered their ...

Similar to humans, dogs can suffer from various allergies that lead to discomfort ... These can include pollen, mold, dust mites, and even grass. Unlike food allergies, environmental allergies are ...

When you think of scary animals, what comes to mind? Maybe lions, hippos or snakes? But you might be surprised to know that ...

A new pest may emerge in Ohio as Brood XIV cicadas conclude their 17-year life cycle. Oak leaf itch mites can bite people, ...

Swimmers Itch comes from tiny larvae, not duck mites, causing itchy rashes after swimming. These larvae emerge from waterfowl, and while uncomfortable, they usually clear up in about a week.

Demodex mites found in humans are usually 0.15 millimeters to 0.4 millimeters long, or less than the size of a pinpoint.

(CNN) — As you fall asleep each night, you can take comfort in knowing you are never truly alone — thanks to the dozens of eight-legged mites crawling out of your pores to party. You can’t see or feel ...

Can humans get demodex mites from cats? Fortunately, the answer is no. Demodex mites are species-specific, meaning they can only live on their host species. That means cats cannot get demodex from ...

Any dog who has ear mites that are left untreated can experience other complications, such as damage to the eardrum and ear canal. In some dogs, this can cause permanent and complete deafness or ...

Scabies mites can survive on a mattress for two to three days, which is as long as they can survive away from human skin. These mites can survive on furniture, clothing, or other surfaces just long ...