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Ticks are small, insect-like creatures that live in woods and fields. They attach to you as you brush past bushes, plants, and grass. Once on you, ticks often move to a warm, moist location, like the armpits, groin, and hair. They typically attach firmly to your skin and begin to draw blood for their meal. Ticks can be fairly large - about the size of a pencil eraser - or so small that they are almost impossible to see. Ticks can cause a variety of health conditions ranging from harmless to serious. See also: Tick bites
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Detailed information on Lyme disease, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
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