University of Maine researchers developed a mitochondrial duplex qPCR assay that detects and differentiates Babesia microti ...

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Once upon a time, no one believed Dr. Vett Lloyd when she said there were ticks in New Brunswick. Now, her lab is filled with the dead bodies of the tiny, parasitic arachnids. Lloyd has been studying ...

Did you know that indoor pets aren't immune to parasites? Even if your furry friend isn't galavanting in the woods, it is ...

FAIRFAX, Va., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ticks are making their return fast and furiously, emphasizing the need for prevention to protect Americans, their families and pets this season. During ...

Diseases caused by tick bites are increasing in Michigan, state officials say, and they urge those spending time outdoors to watch for the arachnids while exploring this summer. While the parasites ...

Here’s a little nightmare fuel for people living near forests or other wooded areas. Scientists have just found evidence that some bloodsucking ticks can potentially make themselves cozy inside our ...

Summer is an especially vulnerable time for getting a parasitic infection, according to doctors who specialize in treating infectious diseases. “As temperatures get warmer, parasites are able to ...

A deadly surge in paralysis tick cases has triggered urgent warnings across North Queensland, with admissions spiking in towns from Atherton to Ingham as veterinarians prepare for peak parasite season ...

These days, there’s an overwhelming number of products to prevent parasites in pets. How do I know which one to choose? Parasites, including ticks, fleas, worms and more, can wreak havoc on your pet’s ...