As the weather warms up in Central New York, residents are being put on high alert for an expected increase in tick populations. Experts are warning that the region is likely to see a surge in the number of blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, which are notorious for transmitting diseases like Lyme disease and anaplasmosis. With outdoor activities such as hiking and gardening set to resume, people are being advised to take precautions to minimize their risk of tick bites. In this article, learn what to do this season to protect yourself and your family from the dangers of ticks.
Experts warn of tick increase in Central New York: What to do this season WSYR
