In mid-August, a human case of flea-borne typhus — previously called murine typhus — was confirmed in Fountain Valley, ...

The plague still continues to haunt prairies and other rodents, especially in the western half of the United States.

In addition, in rare cases, fleas can transmit diseases such as plague (Yersinia pestis) and typhus or parasites like tapeworms. Bed bug bites can also cause an allergic reaction. The affected ...

No pet owner likes dealing with fleas; it’s a nightmare. Although chemical repellents work, they usually have strong odors and harsh ingredients. Fortunately, Mother Nature has some tricks up her ...

The disease struck swiftly there ... spots that started under the skin as a deep red and turned black. As fleas reappeared each spring, so did the plague, killing one-third of Europe's people ...

Fleas are one of the best-known groups of parasitic insect due to their notoriety as pests and their medical and veterinary importance as vectors of disease, such as the plague, myxomatosis and murine ...

Is a particular pest or disease affecting your plants? Use the A to Z links to determine what's wrong and to help you deal with the problem. If you're not sure, try our interactive Pest and ...

They are associated with a variety of ailments, including suppressed immune function, thyroid disease, testicular and kidney cancers and liver damage. Popular flea and tick products were sent to a ...