With several species of ticks in Oklahoma, and tick season only continuing, here's how to protect yourself from their bites.

Northwell Health reports multiple tick-borne diseases beyond Lyme exist in the U.S., emphasizing prevention and awareness is crucial for safety.

This undated provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick, a carrier of Lyme disease. Justin Timberlake announced this week that he's been diagnosed with Lyme disease.