Ticks
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U.S. man’s death 1st-ever from red meat allergy caused by tick bite: reportAccording to researchers, the man fell severely ill after consuming a beef steak for dinner while on a camping trip with his wife and children.TrendingNov 14
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Extreme heat, wildfires taking a toll on ticks in Atlantic Canada — for nowIf temperatures become too hot, much-maligned ticks are at risk of drying out. The parasites survive by retreating to moist areas like leaf litter and in the soil.CanadaAug 27
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What to know about Lyme disease amid ‘steady increase’ in Canada, U.S.Justin Timberlake is the latest celebrity to announce he has been battling the 'relentlessly debilitating' disease, which can cause severe symptoms that can persist for years.CanadaAug 4
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Climate change driving rise in tick-borne illnesses such as Lyme diseaseA warming climate is driving a rise in Lyme disease and the introduction of lesser-known tick-borne diseases, public health specialists say.EnvironmentJun 28
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Quebec issues warning about diseases from ticks, mosquitoesQuebec's Health Department is warning people to stay vigilant about tick and mosquito bites as summer begins.HealthJun 20
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Manitoba seeing more ticks, mosquitoes due to warmer weather, experts warnAs temperatures rise in Manitoba, so does the risk from pests. Experts warn that pests are growing across the province, bringing a greater threat of lyme disease and more.HealthJun 19
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Tick season is back. How to stay safe around these risky bloodsuckersThanks to warming winters and milder temperatures, ticks are thriving in more parts of the country than ever before — bringing the risk of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.HealthMay 17
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Nova Scotia research confirms lemongrass essential oil can repel ticksThe finding is especially important in the province, which has seen an increase in black-legged ticks in recent years. The ticks can carry Lyme Disease.HealthApr 11
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Saskatchewan man hopes to raise awareness about Lyme disease with support groupLyme disease is difficult to diagnose because it has similar symptoms to other illnesses. One Saskatchewan man has created a support group for those with the disease.HealthDec 24, 2024
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Lyme disease cases are rising. We don’t have a vaccine — but we used toWith Lyme disease cases climbing steadily in Canada, the lack of an available vaccine has become a pressing concern among infectious disease specialists.HealthJun 6, 2024
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