Record-breaking tick season sparks health warnings
It is a "perfect storm" for pests this year as experts warn we are entering what could be the worst tick season on record. The CDC is sounding the alarm, reporting that emergency room visits for tick bites have hit their highest levels in over a decade. To help us navigate the tall grass, we are joined by Natalee Wrege, an environmental educator with Paul Smith's College, to discuss why the risk is skyrocketing and how to protect your family.
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