Wood Ticks

• Public health officials warn Manitobans to look out for ticks

  As people venture into parks and wilderness areas this spring, public health officials remind Manitobans to be wary of ticks and the increased risk of Lyme disease.

  Health

  May 13, 2022
  
• With spring underway, Interior Health issues annual tick warning

  Interior Health says while ticks are common throughout B.C.’s Interior, most are the wood tick variety, which do not carry Lyme disease.

  Canada

  Mar 31, 2022
  
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• Albertans reporting fewer ticks amid social distancing; Expert predicts numbers will rise

  So far this year, about 500 ticks have been sent to the province for evaluation. That number is down by about 100 compared to the same time in previous years.

  Canada

  May 30, 2020
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• Ticks more than just annoying: bloodsuckers can spread disease, says Winnipeg bug expert

  Manitobans heading outdoors are noticing more pesky insects -- ticks specifically -- which can spread Lyme and other dangerous diseases.

  Health

  May 22, 2020
• Tick season in Saskatchewan: Steps to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases

  With warmer weather and more opportunity to get outdoors, experts advise you cover-up when walking in grassy areas where ticks are more likely to be found.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2020
• ‘Every season can be tick season’: National tick awareness month

  The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association says 'there may be days in every month of the year where ticks are out looking for a host to feed on.'

  Health

  Mar 4, 2020
• Spending time outdoors? Keep an eye out for ticks: Interior Health

  Interior Health says wood ticks can sometimes transmit diseases, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

  Health

  Mar 30, 2019
• Warm weather means tick season has arrived in Manitoba

  Tick season is here and there's one type of tick that Manitobans should be on the look out for this spring.

  News

  Apr 29, 2018
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• Saskatchewan could see more ticks thanks to cool, wet spring

  Experts suggest conditions are just right for an uptick in blood-sucking bugs in Saskatchewan.

  Canada

  May 2, 2017