Health unit issues warning after blacklegged ticks found in Simcoe County
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is warning residents after blacklegged ticks were located in Simcoe County. Continue reading
Lyme Disease
Tick-monitoring study finds they’re more widespread in Ottawa than previously thought
New data published on Friday by a team of researchers at the University of Ottawa shows that tick populations in the national capital are more widespread than initially thought. Continue reading
Cooler weather in Saskatchewan more reason to take precautions against ticks
While the risk of being exposed to Lyme disease is low in Saskatchewan, it is not zero as blacklegged ticks are most active in cooler weather. Continue reading
Authorities advise precautions as first human West Nile case found in Hamilton
First human case of West Nile discovered in Hamilton. Continue reading
Calgary dog owners need tick prevention too: veterinarian
By Joel Senick Reporter and Co-anchor
A Calgary-based veterinarian says she’s seeing more dogs come into the clinic that have ticks on them, even though they never left the city limits. Continue reading
Spraying pesticides on your lawn won’t prevent ticks: N.S. chief medical officer
According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, Lyme disease rates are on the rise, with the majority of cases reported in Nova Scotia and Ontario. Continue reading
Woman removes 85 ticks from her dog after a walk — how to keep pets safe
Experts say make sure you check your pets for ticks and remove them as soon as possible. Continue reading
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7 types of bug bites Canadians can expect this summer
The vast majority of insects that bite in Canada are really only a nuisance, but some of them can cause infections. Continue reading
Little girl temporarily paralyzed after tick bite
Tick paralysis is rare, but it was a scary ordeal for one five-year-old Mississippi girl and her family. Continue reading
Alberta health officials want your ticks to help monitor for Lyme disease
With campsites and recreational areas across the province expected to be bursting at the seams with outdoor enthusiasts this May long weekend, health officials are warning Albertans to be mindful of ticks and to submit them to health authorities if they come across the parasites. Continue reading