Ticks can be as small as a poppySeed. Source: Men’s Health
More than 100 years of data show Pennsylvania tick population shift | Penn State University (via r20.rs6.net)
The prevalence of the most abundant species of ticks found in Pennsylvania has shifted over the last century, according to Penn State scientists, who analyzed 117 years’ worth of specimens and data submitted primarily by residents from around the state. Source: r20.rs6.net
Tick season is in full swing, here’s some information to protect yourself (via WWMT)
Ticks are a growing concern to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and in West Michigan, almost every county was listed as having a known risk for Lyme disease by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The CDCreportedthat 2017 marked a record year for the number of Lyme disease cases in the U. S. In that year, … Read More
Health officials warn of tick-borne illnesses as summer months approach – KNBN NewsCenter1 (via KNBN NewsCenter1)
PIERRE, S.D. — As summer approaches, state health officials are warning people to keep an eye out for ticks in order to avoid tick-borne pathogens such as Lyme disease and tularemia. In 2017 the South Dakota Department of Health investigated 13 cases of tularemia, 11 cases of Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis and 11 of Lyme disease. Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis is a group… … Read More
Health officials warn of tick-borne illnesses as summer months approach – KNBN NewsCenter1 (via KNBN NewsCenter1)
PIERRE, S.D. — As summer approaches, state health officials are warning people to keep an eye out for ticks in order to avoid tick-borne pathogens such as Lyme disease and tularemia. In 2017 the South Dakota Department of Health investigated 13 cases of tularemia, 11 cases of Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis and 11 of Lyme disease. Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis is a group… … Read More
Antibody Shows Promise In Fight Against Lyme Disease, UMass Researcher Says (via r20.rs6.net)
The researcher said an additional investment could move an antibody proven in labs to protect mice against Lyme closer to a human trial. Source: r20.rs6.net
Bug Barometer calls for increase in ticks, mosquitoes (via Charleston Gazette-Mail)
HUNTINGTON — Break out the bug spray and grab a long-sleeved shirt — the time is near for some of the baddest pests to make their seasonal return. Source: Charleston Gazette-Mail
Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases
As we get out about and about in nature with the warmer weather, it’s time we also need to be vigilant about ticks and tick bites. Source: Mindy Todd
Spring is tick season, what you need to know to stay safe
When most people think of ticks and other outside pests, they probably picture summer. But spring marks the beginning of an uptick in tick activity. Source: Cristen Manion
Tips and tricks to outwit the tick and prevent Lyme disease
In some cases, you or your pet could get bit by an infected tick but not show any signs for several weeks or months. Source: Kati Anderson
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