Dump that standing water Source: Sussex Living
Hampton officials warn residents after two raccoons test positive for rabies
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — The Hampton Health Department is reminding residents to protect their pets from rabies this spring. Two rabid raccoons have been confirmed in Hampton since April 1. The … Source: WAVY.com
Tick talk about Lyme disease
It’s that time of year again. Insidious predators that want a taste of our blood are hard at it.Considering that both species do basically the same Source: recordonline.com
Can California Bats Carry COVID-19? It’s Unclear, But Experts Say They’re More Likely To Catch It From Humans Than Spread It
Popular culture has somewhat demonized bats. Now bats have a link to the pandemic, but scientists say humans don’t need to fear bats, they should fear people. Source: Ezra David Romero
SURVEY: Researchers study impact of COVID-19 on exposure to tick-borne illnesses
‘We’re examining whether people are spending more time outside due to COVID-19 restrictions and whether this might be affecting them, their families, and/or their pets’ (if they have any) risk of contracting a tick-borne illness.” Source: Staff/Hollins University Release
Health officials say ticks are active, daily tick checks recommended
Health officials in Madison said ticks are now active, and daily tick checks are now recommended after being outdoors. Source: NBC15 Staff
Forest Journal: N.H. Tick Data Informs Local Risk
S ince mid-March, my family and I have been doing a lot of walking in the woods. Daily hikes on quiet, local trails have become our sanity in this constricted Source: UnionLeader.com
DHEC confirms rabid raccoon found in Anderson
Anderson, SC (FOX Carolina) – DHEC confirms a raccoon found near Busby Road and Highway 187 in Anderson has tested positive for rabies. Source: FOX Carolina
State launches campaign to warn against Lyme disease uptick
The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Management are concerned that the mild winter could lead to an overabundance of ticks this year and is urging Source: Westerly Sun
Ticks Aren’t Social Distancing – So Protect Yourself
State Senator Pam Helming urged local residents Thursday to take precautions to help prevent Lyme and other tick-borne diseases as National Lyme Disease Awareness Month is upon us in May. Experts are predicting a much earlier start to the season due to the warmer winter we experienced.”It is importa… Source: -Staff
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