1. Monthly Pet Pill Could Kill Fleas, Ticks - US News and World Report
An alternative to topical treatments might work better on certain cats and dogs, researchers say

2. In Summertime, the Livin' Can Be Buggy - US News and World Report
Physicians group offers advice on tick and mosquito bites

3. Preventing Lyme Disease - US News and World Report
The way to prevent Lyme disease is to avoid deer ticks.

4. Lyme disease : Prevention  (Trust Mark: Doctor-Reviewed)
When walking or hiking in wooded or grassy areas: Spray all exposed skin and your clothing with insect repellant (spray outdoors only, do not use on face, use just enough to cover all other exposed skin, don't spray under clothing, don't apply ove...• Reviewer: Jatin M. Vyas, MD, PhD, Instructor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Assistant in Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

5. Lyme Disease : Prevention  (Trust Mark: Doctor-Reviewed)
Lyme disease can be prevented by taking the following measures to reduce exposure to tick bites: Avoid areas likely to be infested with ticks, especially during spring and summer, when tick nymphs are most likely to feed. Areas most likely to be i...• Author: Jennifer E. Sisk MA