Tag: tick-borne diseases
Rickettsia rickettsii: The Tick-Borne Spotted Fever Bacterium
Introduction to Rickettsia rickettsii When the term ‘tick-borne disease’ comes to mind, many people think of Lyme…
Tick Troubles: Tips for Preventing Tick Bites
Introduction As we venture into the great outdoors, it’s important to be aware of the tiny creatures…
Deer Tick: The Danger of Lyme Disease and How to Protect Yourself
Introduction to Deer Ticks Deer ticks, also known as black-legged ticks, are small arachnids that have become…