Brown recluse bites often start with a blister at the center of a small, painful wound. The tissue around it can appear red and bruised. Symptoms can quickly progress to more serious swelling and ...

As a travel writer who is frequently on the road, I’m very aware that I might get sick while I’m away from home. But I wasn’t prepared for the impact my experience with shingles would have on me—or ...

A woman was bitten by a venomous spider and had to be hospitalised for two weeks. After being discharged, her entire skin ...

Did you know North Carolina is home to two of the most venomous spiders in the U.S.? Many NC residents are well aware of these two fearsome species, but the effects of their bites might surprise you.

Sara Iannacone, 34, is often away from home due to her job as a travel writer. She's seen a lot of the world and had misadventures while vacationing, but nothing compares to when she developed ...