MIT researchers are exploring whether specially bred mice could help reduce Lyme disease on Nantucket by preventing ticks from becoming infected.

Ticks are small, parasitic bugs related to mites and spiders. At certain stages of their life cycle, ticks may bite humans. The bites of certain ticks may transmit diseases, such as Lyme disease. A ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Annemarie Conte and Doug Mahoney The mere thought of ticks makes our skin ...