Attention and prevention: Staying on top of the risks from tick and mosquito bites

By: Rosemary Ford and Caitlin Agnew

Outlets: NHPBS

Published: August 4, 2026

Words: 1,811

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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By Rosemary Ford and Caitlin Agnew

This article has been edited for length and clarity.

No one likes getting bitten by ticks and mosquitoes. Hopefully, it’s just painful and annoying, but sometimes these pests can cause health impacts that can be concerning. State Epidemiologist Dr. Benjamin Chan, who helps prevent and control the spread of disease and promote the health of Granite State residents, discusses what the concerns are and what …

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