There are a number of species of Ticks found in Virginia including the Lonestar Tick, the Blacklegged Tick (also known as the Deer Tick), the American Dog Tick and the Asian Longhorn Tick. The areas of Virginia where these ticks are active varies. … [Read more...]
Permethrin-Treated Clothing May Disable Ticks, Study Finds CDC research suggests that wearing these items might stop the insects from biting you
Shirts, pants, hats, and other clothing treated with the insecticide known as permethrin have been touted for 15 years as a way to prevent the tick bites that can lead to Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and more. … [Read more...]