Tick Bites on the Rise in Western New York

Emergency room visits for tick bites are at their highest weekly rates in nearly a decade, according to doctors. The Erie County Health Department is warning residents to take precautions to prevent tick bites, as the risk of tick-borne illnesses is increasing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported an increase in tick-borne illnesses in recent years, and Western New York is no exception. Residents are advised to take steps to protect themselves, including using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing.

"Prevention is the best defense against tick-borne illnesses," said a spokesperson for the Erie County Health Department. The Erie County Health Department is working to educate residents about the risks of tick-borne illnesses and to provide resources for prevention and treatment. The City of Buffalo is also taking steps to address the issue, including increasing funding for tick control efforts. As the weather warms up, residents are spending more time outdoors, increasing their risk of tick bites. The Erie County Health Department is urging residents to be aware of their surroundings and to take steps to protect themselves. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported that tick-borne illnesses can have serious health consequences, and residents are advised to take the necessary precautions to prevent tick bites.

The Erie County Health Department is working to educate residents about the risks of tick-borne illnesses and to provide resources for prevention and treatment. Residents are advised to take steps to protect themselves, including using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing. The City of Buffalo is also taking steps to address the issue, including increasing funding for tick control efforts. As the weather warms up, residents are spending more time outdoors, increasing their risk of tick bites. The Erie County Health Department is urging residents to be aware of their surroundings and to take steps to protect themselves. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported that tick-borne illnesses can have serious health consequences, and residents are advised to take the necessary precautions to prevent tick bites. The Erie County Health Department will be hosting a seminar on May 25, 2026, to educate residents about the risks of tick-borne illnesses and to provide resources for prevention and treatment.

The City of Buffalo is taking steps to address the issue, including increasing funding for tick control efforts. The Erie County Health Department is working to educate residents about the risks of tick-borne illnesses and to provide resources for prevention and treatment. Residents are advised to take steps to protect themselves, including using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported that tick-borne illnesses can have serious health consequences, and residents are advised to take the necessary precautions to prevent tick bites. The Erie County Health Department is urging residents to be aware of their surroundings and to take steps to protect themselves. The City of Buffalo will be holding a meeting on May 28, 2026, to discuss the issue and to provide resources for residents.