Doctor on a rise in tick bites in Massachusetts

Doctor on a rise in tick bites in Massachusetts

South Shore Health's Dr. Todd Ellerin says if you find a tick on your skin, there is no need to go to the emergency room. He says you should find tweezers, grab as close to your skin as possible, use firm pressure, and pull it up. You should clean the area afterwards.

In the coming days, there will be a high level of tick activity in the Czech Republic. Where are there the most of them and in what environment is the greatest risk of infection? We analyze why only some repellents work and why a person cannot be at peace even in dry and very warm places. We also answer the question of whether it is worth sending a pulled out tick to a laboratory for analysis of the infection.

Tiny but Mighty: The Dangers of Ticks

They might be tiny but they’re a BIG problem… The tick population has increased dramatically across northern parts of New York State and with that has come an increased risk of Lyme disease. Learn about local scientists and researchers doing field work to uncover what the rise in the tick population means for public safety. Gain a deeper understanding of the different risks associated with tick bites and how to protect yourself. Ignite your stud…

The peak season for tick activity comes after the transition from spring to summer. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reminds people to be careful of tick bites when doing outdoor activities to avoid contracting diseases.

Avoid tick trouble on the trail

One day after a fine spring hike near our Helena home, my friend found a tick embedded in her neck, under her hair. As we sat in our car in front of a convenience store, I used the tweezers from…