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

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Looking back at the 2024 growing season, it's easy to point out the main reason for poor canola yields — blistering hot ...

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 ...

Brittany Lancellotti, DVM, DACVD, talks about available treatment options for flea allergies, environmental allergies, and ...

Fleas can also spread parasites like tapeworms and may transmit diseases. Never use a product on a cat if it is labeled only for dogs. Some ingredients that are well-tolerated by dogs can be toxic ...

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 ...