Lyme Disease

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Types of Ticks in the U.S.: Which Ones to Worry About This Spring

April 17, 2026

Close-up of a tick crawling on human skin

Spring Tick Season Has ArrivedWarmer weather means more time outdoors, but it also signals the return of tick season across the United States. Understanding which types of [...]

Tick Bite First Aid: Do You Need Antibiotic Ointment?

April 17, 2026

Gloved hands removing tick from skin with tick removal tool

What You Need to Know About Tick Bite First AidFinding a tick attached to your skin triggers an immediate question: what should you do next? Many people reach for an [...]

Lyme Disease Rash: What the Bullseye Pattern Really Looks Like

April 17, 2026

Close-up of a tick being removed from irritated skin using a white tick removal tool.

What Erythema Migrans Actually Looks LikeMost people picture the Lyme rash as a perfect bullseye: a dark red center surrounded by a pale ring, then another red ring around [...]

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What Does a Tick Bite Look Like? Photos and Warning Signs

April 17, 2026

Understanding Tick Bites and Their Warning SignsA small red bump on the skin might seem harmless, but when a tick is involved, that tiny mark can signal something serious. [...]

Tick Bite Symptoms: What to Watch for in the Days After a Bite

April 17, 2026

Close-up of small tick crawling on human fingertip

Understanding Tick Bite Symptoms After a BiteA tick latches onto the skin, feeds for hours or days, and can transmit dangerous pathogens. Knowing what symptoms to watch for [...]

Is Lyme Disease Contagious? What You Need to Know

April 9, 2026

Gloved hand holding a blood test tube with a positive Lyme disease result

What Is Lyme Disease?Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, a spiral-shaped bacterium transmitted through tick bites. It is the most common [...]

Doxycycline After a Tick Bite: Do You Need Preventive Antibiotics?

April 6, 2026

Woman at a pharmacy counter speaking with a pharmacist about a prescription.

What Happens After a Tick BiteFinding a tick embedded in your skin creates immediate anxiety. Should you rush to a doctor for doxycycline after a tick bite, or is watchful [...]

Doxycycline for Lyme Disease: When to Start Treatment After a Tick Bite

April 6, 2026

Close-up of a prescription pill bottle with white capsules spilled on a table next to a glass of water

Understanding Doxycycline and Lyme Disease TreatmentFinding a tick attached to your skin triggers immediate worry. Should you take antibiotics? How long do you have to act? [...]

Do Ticks Jump or Fly? How Ticks Actually Find Their Hosts

March 30, 2026

The Truth About How Ticks MoveThe idea of ticks jumping from trees or flying through the air is one of the most persistent myths in outdoor safety. The truth is far less [...]

Deer Ticks: How to Identify Them and Prevent Lyme Disease

March 30, 2026

A close-up of a small deer tick on a blade of grass

Why Deer Tick Identification MattersDeer ticks, also known as black-legged ticks, are the primary vectors for Lyme disease in the United States. These tiny arachnids carry [...]