Increasing Number of Lyme Disease Cases in Loudon County

Health officials are concerned by the increasing number of Lyme disease cases in Loudon County, VA. Lyme disease is a debilitating disease that is transmitted by infected ticks. However, a particular strain has been hard to detect, which means there […]

How to Identify a Tick

Tick season is here! These critters have been roaming around for a while now, ready to cause misery to many. We know as the weather warms up, ticks become more active, but do you know how to identify a tick […]

Spring Is Coming But Ticks Have Already Arrived

Spring is coming and with the nicer weather people are starting to spend more time outdoors. It’s such a great feeling when the warmer months are approaching. The sun is shining and there’s a sense of joy as we enjoy […]

How Long Can A Tick Live?

A bite from a tick can not only be irritating, but it can also pose some serious health risks. Ticks are known for transmitting diseases, such as Lyme disease and the bad news is that the situation is only getting […]

What To Do If A Tick Is On You

Ticks are so tiny, that it’s easy to not notice that one has latched onto your skin. So if you’ve ventured out into an environment that has the potential to be shared by ticks, you must make sure you do […]