The plague might be most commonly associated with the devastating European pandemic of the 1300s known as the "Black Death". But today the disease remains endemic in a number of countries, notably ...

A home in the Central Highlands of Madagascar. Residential structures vary greatly in rural areas, although homes typically consist of more than one level, with livestock often kept overnight in the ...

There are more than 2,000 species of tiny (0.04 to 0.15 inches), wingless, blood-sucking fleas that live on the body of the host they infest. Although fleas cannot fly, they have developed powerful ...

A case of bubonic plague was recently reported in Oregon. As a veterinarian, I am going to take this as an excellent opportunity to point out a great reason to get serious about flea control in our ...

The flea's bad reputation may be somewhat undeserved, according to new research. In the 14th century, the insect played a major role in the spread of bubonic plague, which killed tens of millions of ...

Pets spend much more time outside during the warm summer months, allowing more chances for fleas and other pests to make their way into homes. problems Pets spend much more time outside during the ...

If your furry friend has fleas, chances are they’ve already brought them into your yard and inside your home. While there’s no need to panic at the first sign of fleas, acting quickly and efficiently ...

The Environmental Protection Agency has received thousands of complaints about a popular pet flea collar, including more than 1,600 incidents of pet deaths and 1,000 cases of harm to humans who have ...