How to prevent tick bites and tick-borne diseases

April 17, 2025
People hiking near the old bridge in Lillooet

Spring is here and warmer weather means more people will be spending time outdoors in tall grass or wooded areas. This can also mean an increased chance of getting tick bites.

Ticks are small bugs that bite and feed on the blood of humans and animals and can sometimes transmit disease. Fortunately, there are precautions people can take to prevent illnesses that may be transmitted from tick bites.

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