Tick bites are surging in the US this year. Here’s what to know.

By: Amelia Twyman

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: July 2, 2026

Words: 912

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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WASHINGTON — The prime time for ticks is here in the United States, and after an especially active start to the season, experts are urging the public to stay alert and take preventive measures.

Monthly emergency department visits for tick bites in April spiked to their highest level since 2017 and continued to remain high throughout May and June, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s tick bite tracker.

Though it’s hard to …

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