Mounting evidence from genome studies indicates that, contrary to received wisdom, our species has undergone profound ...

In addition to Lyme disease there are several other infectious organisms which tick can harbor and pass onto people and pets.

One of the most common diseases ticks can transfer is Lyme disease, Hayes said. The black-legged tick is the primary vector ...

Many people are infected with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and most are unaware of it. However, EBV can sometimes cause ...

There are upward of 15 different tick species in the state, though the Illinois Department of Public Health says humans will ...