Spending time outside is one of the best parts of the warmer months, but it also increases your risk of tick bites. Whether you’ve been hiking, gardening, camping, or simply walking through tall grass, finding a tick attached to your skin can be alarming. While many tick bites are harmless, some can transmit bacteria, viruses, or parasites that cause serious illnesses. Not every tick carries disease, and not every bite leads to an infection ...