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PORTLAND (WGME) – The University of Maine Tick Lab is reporting an increase in the amount of ticks sent for testing this spring. University of Maine researchers say the increase in tick specimen submissions is likely due to COVID-19 measures: people staying at home are going outside more often, but it’s what people aren’t doing that worries scientists. Gov. Mills … Read More

With all the focus on coronavirus, the season for a malady that was in a lot of headlines in the Northeast is heating up. Source: Olean Times Herald

As the weather continues to warm, ticks are becoming more and more active, eager to find their bloodmeal and we need to be vigilant with our prevention against tick encounters. We’ve covered treating our skin and clothing in preparation for time… Source: Boothbay Register

Pennsylvania reported 73,610 tick-borne disease cases between 2004 and 2016, the highest of any state in the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Source: pennlive

OSWEGO — Warmer weather and limited options for recreation due to coronavirus-related closures have more people spending time outdoors, and public health experts are warning individuals to be on the Source: Oswego County News Now

Maine recorded its worst year for Lyme disease in 2019. That trend doesn’t appear to be slowing down. Source: Bangor Daily News

The 2020 tick season is expected to be average, but if people are spending more time outdoors because of coronavirus, Lyme cases could skyrocket. Source: TODAY.com

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Central New York continues to be a hotspot for Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illnesses. As more people start to move outside during the COVID-19 pandemic, the b… Source: WSYR

If you’re practicing social distancing this summer by spending some solo time outdoors, you still might not be alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says tick bites should Source: Wiscnews.com