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A lone star tick, which is a very aggressive tick that bites humans. A circular rash sometimes follows the bite. (Photo by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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 Pre…
