Tag: Tick Bites

Are All Tick Bites Equally Risky?

Closeup of dog tick on human skin surface.

Finding a tick attached to you can be unsettling, and it is easy to assume that every tick bite carries the same level of risk. The reality is more complicated. Not every tick carries disease, different tick species transmit different pathogens, and factors such as where you encountered the tick and how long the tick… Read more »

How To Properly Check For Ticks

Guide on using our Tick Key!

Everyone knows that checking for ticks is important, but not everyone knows how to check for ticks properly. That’s alright! We’ve compiled a list for you that ensures the next time you need to check for ticks, you are totally prepared. First: Check Everyone and Everything! Even with proper prevention, ticks can still find their… Read more »

Misconceptions About Ticks

Close up of a tick on a finger

Ticks are a part of nature and can cause serious harm if left untreated. While it’s great to be aware, many people have misconceptions about ticks that can lead to more problems than the ticks themselves! Below are three main misconceptions about ticks to be on the lookout for! You Can Only Get Bit In… Read more »

The Comorbidity of Tickborne Diseases and COVID-19

For months our television sets, radios, newspapers, and social media outlets have been flooded with reports on COVID-19. As this pandemic continues to stronghold the world and the outlets we turn to for guidance produce shifting narratives, it can be difficult to know which information to trust. One thing that health professionals and media reporters… Read more »