Tick Season at Record High in Midwest

Tick season is exploding across Indiana and the Midwest, with ER visits nearly doubling this spring — experts blame milder winters letting ticks thrive longer. From deer ticks to lone star ticks, these pests carry serious threats like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and even red meat allergies. Symptoms often mimic the flu, so if you’ve been outside and feel sick, don’t wait — get checked out fast. Protect yourself with DEET spray, light clothing, and thorough tick checks after every outdoor outing. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0dd878879eca041a