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Ticks

Ticks are small arachnids found all over the world. They feed on the blood of animals, including humans, and can be vectors of disease. They are often found in areas with dense vegetation, as they are highly adapted to their environment. Ticks are known to carry a range of diseases, such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mount…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 1× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2690-6759 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Ticks are small arachnids found all over the world. They feed on the blood of animals, including humans, and can be vectors of disease. They are often found in areas with dense vegetation, as they are highly adapted to their environment. Ticks are known to carry a range of diseases, such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and babesiosis. These illnesses can cause serious and long-term health problems if left untreated. Prevention is key when dealing with ticks, as removing them quickly can reduce the risk of contracting a disease. Prevention methods include using insect repellents, wearing long pants and socks, and avoiding areas with tall grass and weeds.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 3 articles above have been cited 1 time in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Parasite Research (ISSN 2690-6759).

Journal editorial board
DABBU JAIJYAN · United States Aditya Gupta · United States Naglaa Shalaby · Saudi Arabia

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