Tag: Tickborne Diseases

The joy of soaking up the sun during the warm season can sometimes be tainted by uninvited guests – ticks. Experts have noted an increase in tick activity in Missouri and a small percentage of these ticks are known carriers of diseases. Deb Hudman, a representative from the Missouri Department of Conservation, shares that there's a noticeable increase in tick activity this year. She states: "Every year is a good year for ticks. Their numbers aren’t declining by any means." In Missouri, there are four common types of ticks. However, invasive Gulf Coast Ticks and Asian Longhorn Ticks have also been found in the region. Ticks are highly adaptable and can feed on various species. "Ticks only move as far as their host," Hudman explains. This implies that the tick population can spr...