An experienced South Australian snake catcher has spent a week in hospital after being bitten by a lice-infested snake he was treating with a bath.

No. Head lice are annoying and their bites may cause skin reactions. But Australian health authorities don’t consider lice a health risk. There is no evidence that head lice can spread pathogens ...

Last year was an "exceptionally quiet year" for shark bites in California and around the world, with far fewer incidents than usual, according to a new report released Tuesday by the International ...

Honor Swinton Byrne (“The Souvenir,” “A Very Royal Scandal”) and Rory Fleck-Byrne (“In Camera,” “This is Going to Hurt”) have been tapped to lead the cast of “Do Mosquitos Bite ...

And with one louse laying more than 100 in their month-long lifespan, there can be a lot of them. No. Head lice are annoying ...

Sea lice bites are an itchy rash caused by jellyfish larvae that get trapped in swimsuits after swimming in the ocean. The larvae release toxins that trigger irritation, redness, and welts on the skin ...

Insect and spider bites can cause small lacerations, swelling, skin discoloration, blisters, and other symptoms. Home treatment may relieve symptoms but some bites may need medical attention.

However, many other conditions may cause a similar rash, including ringworm, fixed drug reactions, and allergic reactions to insect bites. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can spread to ...

Did you just receive a notice from your child's school about head lice? Head lice are contagious and they commonly spread among kids who have close contact with each other. You should definitely check ...

A mosquito bite may turn into a fluid-filled blister in some cases. If you also notice symptoms of infection or an allergic reaction, you should contact a doctor for advice on treatments.