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The Lone Star Tick in Minnesota: Presence, Expansion, and Health Risks
The lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum) is a species historically associated with the southeastern and eastern United States. However, in recent years, this aggressive, human-biting…
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Why New York Leads the Nation in Lyme Disease Cases: A Perfect Storm for Ticks
If you love spending time outdoors in New York, you likely know the drill: tuck your pants into your socks, wear light-colored clothing, and perform…
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Our Tick Bite Tracker Just Got a Major Upgrade
In 2024, Minnesota recorded 3,551 confirmed Lyme disease cases, one of the highest rates in the nation. In 2026, CDC’s Tick Bite Tracker shows that…
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Know Your Risk Before You Hit the Trail: Introducing the Tick Bite Tracker
If you spend time hiking, camping, hunting, or working outdoors, ticks are a risk you cannot afford to ignore. But knowing how much of a…
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Tick Season in Minnesota: What You Need to Know
If you spend time outdoors in Minnesota, whether you are hiking a state park trail, working a forestry crew, walking your dog through tall grass,…
