This is a fairly new one when it comes to tick-borne illnesses. Alpha-gal syndrome is a rare but potentially life-threatening ...

Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick; this can cause the mouth-parts to break off and remain ...

Venomous Asian needle ants from China are spreading rapidly throughout the eastern US. Their sting can trigger severe ...

Wash the sting area with soap and water. Ice the area or use a cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes. Repeat as necessary. If the sting is on an arm or leg, raise it to reduce swelling. If you are stung on a ...

Finding holes in your lawn but no sign of what could be causing them? These pests might well be the culprits — and what to do ...

The ticks in Wisconsin can be grouped into two categories: common and not-so-common. Here, we’ll discover the three most ...

The Little Red Deer River was burbling along, the water a bright amber where sunlight coming between the shoreline trees hit ...

Childhood passes in the blink of an eye and before you know it'll be too late to do so many of the things you wanted to do ...

If you're allergic to bee stings, take extra care around this invasive ant that's spreading in certain regions.

The larva is carrot-shaped, golden to dark brown and up to ½ inch (13 mm) long. It has a tail of long hairs, which is a distinguishing characteristic of this species. Adult carpet beetles live both ...

Conservationists are battling to secure the future of the ‘jewel in the crown’ of British habitats as climate change looms.

Learn how to get rid of Japanese beetles with these tips from an expert. Discover preventive measures to keep your garden ...