Ticks are active year-round in South Carolina but are most prevalent from April to September. The Lone star tick, common in the state, can cause a red meat allergy known as alpha-gal syndrome. Other ...

Itchy skin is very common, usually due to dryness or seasonal allergies. But a long-lasting itch can sometimes be an early ...

While the behavior may look amusing, scooting is almost always a sign that a dog is uncomfortable. It’s not something owners ...

Dogs itch just like we do. However, it isn’t easy for them to resist the urge to scratch, and they can’t get quick relief on ...

After being outside, it's common to find a bug bite or rash on your body. Here are 10 bug bites (e.g., mosquitoes, ticks, ...

Your skin is itchy, prickly and red. The sun is blazing and temperatures are rising, but it’s not a sunburn. It’s a heat rash — discoloration and bumps breaking through your skin in patches. It ...

Ollie reports how to spot and get rid of fleas on dogs, highlighting symptoms like itching and hair loss, and emphasizing ...

Sarah Jividen, RN, BSN, is a trained neuro/trauma, and emergency room nurse turned healthcare writer. As a journalism major, she combined her love for writing with her passion for high-level patient ...

Itchy, irritated armpits? You're not alone. It's a complaint that dermatologists hear often. That's because the armpit, also known as the axilla, is notoriously prone to irritation and other issues.

Tussock moth caterpillars are returning to Florida, commonly found on and around oak trees. Touching the caterpillar's spiky hairs can cause an itchy rash and allergic reactions. If touched, remove ...

As Ozempic use becomes more and more prevalent in people’s lives, so does dealing with all of its side effects. From muscle loss to changes to facial structure, many users of the popular GLP-1 have ...