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blacklegged tick

Coverage of blacklegged tick in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 28 · 11:00 UTCMost recent: Jun 12 · 09:00 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
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Recent coverage
  • HEALTHJun 12 · 09:00 UTCNYT US
    It’s Time to Worry About Ticks in the City

    Blacklegged ticks, identified as the most dominant species, are prevalent in city parks. The article highlights growing concerns about tick presence in urban areas.

  • HEALTHMay 28 · 11:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge

    Tick bite-related emergency room visits in the U.S. reached their highest seasonal levels since 2017, with 71 cases per 100,000 ER visits in April 2026 compared to a historical average of 30. Doctors attribute the surge to expanding tick habitats, warmer climates, and rising Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.