Snowy Winter Leads to Increased Tick Activity in Long Island This Spring
• Heavy snowfall on Long Island led to an early and intense tick season.
• Tick-related emergency room visits are at a nine-year high, according to the CDC.
• Experts recommend preventive measures such as wearing long sleeves, using insect repellent, and performing tick checks.
Heavy snowfall leads to severe tick season
This winter's heavy snowfall in Long Island has resulted in an earlier and more severe tick season, impacting local communities and raising public health concerns.
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