ER visits for tick bites reach highest level in nearly a decade
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-16 17:09 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Emergency room visits in the United States for tick bites have hit their highest level in almost ten years, according to new data. Health officials estimate around 31 million Americans are bitten by ticks each year and have issued guidance on what to do if one is found.
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