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A warmer, humid world where ticks thrive is increasing spread of Lyme and other diseases

A warmer, humid world where ticks thrive is increasing spread of Lyme and other diseases
health8/10/2025

As people seek emergency care for tick bites in the highest level since 2017, and cases of Lyme disease have continued to rise, experts share how to keep yourself and others safe.

NEW YORK — This year, people are seeking emergency care for tick bites at the highest level since 2017, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and reported cases of Lyme disease have continued to rise through the years... [6501 chars]