Getting a tick bite doesn't automatically spell medical emergency, but it is important to know what to do next.

Alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy caused by a bite from the lone star tick, may also be triggered by the deer tick and ...

In alpha-gal syndrome, the immune system overreacts to a sugar known as galactose-α-1,3-galactose, or "alpha-gal" for short.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning that a rare red meat allergy is now being ...

A rash isn't always the sign of a tick-borne illness. Some people develop an allergic reaction to the bite, and have itching, swelling, and redness in the area. A mild allergic reactions typically ...

This new evidence raises worries about the spread of AGS, particularly in regions like Long Island, where ticks are a growing ...

Two Emerging Infectious Diseases studies link bites from black-legged (deer) and western black-legged ticks to potentially ...

Spring is just around the corner, and arriving with the more pleasant weather are those most unpleasant pests: fleas and ...

Most bites or stings can be treated with anti-itch creams, cold compresses, or OTC pain relievers. Some bugs, like ticks and kissing bugs, can transmit disease, so you might need to see a doctor.

Cellulitis is a skin infection that can occur when bacteria enter an open bug bite. Early treatment is crucial. Learn how to ...

It's a broad range. Finding a tick on your body doesn't necessarily mean you need to run to the doctor, Oller says. "Most (bites) will be itchy for a day or two and can be monitored at home," she ...