Wood Ticks
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Public health officials warn Manitobans to look out for ticksAs 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.HealthMay 13, 2022
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With spring underway, Interior Health issues annual tick warningInterior Health says while ticks are common throughout B.C.’s Interior, most are the wood tick variety, which do not carry Lyme disease.CanadaMar 31, 2022
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Albertans reporting fewer ticks amid social distancing; Expert predicts numbers will riseSo 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.CanadaMay 30, 2020
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Ticks more than just annoying: bloodsuckers can spread disease, says Winnipeg bug expertManitobans heading outdoors are noticing more pesky insects -- ticks specifically -- which can spread Lyme and other dangerous diseases.HealthMay 22, 2020
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Tick season in Saskatchewan: Steps to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseasesWith 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.CanadaApr 30, 2020
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‘Every season can be tick season’: National tick awareness monthThe 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.'HealthMar 4, 2020
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Spending time outdoors? Keep an eye out for ticks: Interior HealthInterior Health says wood ticks can sometimes transmit diseases, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever.HealthMar 30, 2019
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Warm weather means tick season has arrived in ManitobaTick season is here and there's one type of tick that Manitobans should be on the look out for this spring.NewsApr 29, 2018
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Saskatchewan could see more ticks thanks to cool, wet springExperts suggest conditions are just right for an uptick in blood-sucking bugs in Saskatchewan.CanadaMay 2, 2017
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