Ticks Cause These 5 Potentially Debilitating Illnesses In MD

Tick experts urge caution outdoors this spring amid rise in Lyme disease

Maine sees increased tick-borne diseases as ticks become active this spring. Experts urge precautions with tick encounters often occurring in backyards.

Ticks are emerging. Experts warn of rare but deadly vector-borne virus on the rise - Albert Lea Tribune

By Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton While the knowledge of ticks being vectors for Lyme disease is ubiquitous, there’s a lesser-known threat these insects carry that’s concerning health experts: the Powassan virus. The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District spotted its first tick of the season on March 27. “We suspect they’ve been active for some time and have had numerous reports from members of the public that they’ve been found throughout the…

Ticks Cause These 5 Potentially Debilitating Illnesses In MD

As Tick Season Starts In MD, Know What To Watch Out For - Ellicott City, MD - Maryland is home to multiple types of ticks, which can spread disease. Here's what to look out for and how to avoid tick-borne ailments.