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The Midland area support group of the Michigan Lyme Disease Association's next meeting is Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 p.m. at ...
Ticks are active in Macomb County. Here's what to do to protect yourself this summer before and after spending time outdoors.
Here's what to know about the Asian longhorned tick, first confirmed in the U.S. in 2017 in New Jersey. The ticks have spread ...
Ticks are most active in summer, the same time people also flock to the woods and prairies where the creatures live.
A tick bite can be dangerous, carrying the potential for Lyme disease and other parasites, bacteria and viruses. RELATED: Lyme disease cases in Michigan surge 168% prompting warning ...
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Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to know.
If you're exploring Michigan's great outdoors this season, beware of ticks — potential Lyme disease carriers that will bite both people and their pets while looking for a blood meal. While the ...
The American dog tick, which accounts for around 70% of reported Michigan tick bites, is much less likely to cause illness and does not carry Lyme disease.
It’s the height of summer in the Upper Peninsula and the outdoors beckons. This long Independence Day holiday weekend will offer a prime opportunity to venture into the countryside. While enjoying all ...
Well, it should be considering there has been a 168% increase in Lyme disease cases in Michigan in the last five years according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the ...
According to the state, 2023 data shows black legged ticks, or deer ticks, account for 20% of all ticks in Michigan. These are the ticks that may carry Lyme disease.