May 24, 2019Haleigh Cavalier
Nearly everyone has been bitten by a tick, mosquito, or flea, and can agree these pests are a damper on otherwise fun-filled summer activities. What most don’t know is that these pests are vectors: carriers of many harmful diseases. These diseases are on the...
Aug 3, 2018Because Health
And they are getting a little more persistent as climate change is helping them spread to more places. Check out our article full of tips and tricks for keeping those pests at bay. Also, if you are loving the info and want some more sent directly to your inbox, be...
Jun 21, 2018Denise Patel, MPH
Summer’s officially here, and after some crazy winter weather, we are more than ready to pack up the camping gear for a weekend in the woods or head to the park for a picnic. As we humans keep putting more global warming gases into the air, there’s no...
Jun 19, 2018Because Health
Today we are talking all about the best options for flea and tick control for you and your pets. As summer kicks into high gear, all the fleas and ticks are coming out to play. Be sure to talk to your vet, but when you do, ask about oral options for your pet. They...
Apr 11, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
If you can, it’s best to avoid flea and tick medicines that are applied to your pet’s skin/fur/hair or collar because they might actually be rubbing off onto you, your loved ones, and your carpet.”The commonly used topical flea and tick products...
