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Tick Bite Emergency Room Visits Spike Across United States
Experts report a larger-than-usual spike in emergency room visits for tick bites across the United States, with regional hotspots seeing particularly high numbers. Health officials point to several contributing factors.
Rising Emergency Cases
Experts point to several reasons for the larger-than-usual spike, but there are easy ways to protect yourself.
Tick-borne illnesses have become an increasing public health concern due to expanding tick populations and the diseases they carry, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and other serious infections.
Prevention and Protection
Health authorities recommend protective measures including wearing long sleeves and pants when in wooded areas, using tick repellent, and checking for ticks after outdoor activities.