Arkansas’ tick season appears worse than usual, state public health veterinarian says

By: Ainsley Platt

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: July 13, 2026

Words: 512

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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School is out, the temperature is high and the sun isn’t setting until well into the evening. In other words, it’s peak tick season in Arkansas.

While ticks are found year round in the Natural State, their numbers peak in the summer and early fall. The arachnids are found all over the country, and their bites can transmit illnesses. Data from the Centers for Disease Control indicate 2026 is a bad year for the …

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