Tick season is getting longer. So is the list of states trying to keep up.

Tick season is stretching out longer each year, and states across the country are struggling to keep up with the expanding range of these tiny but dangerous pests. As emergency room visits for tick bites rise, more regions are implementing new measures to monitor and control tick populations. This growing problem highlights the need for heightened awareness and proactive health measures, as ticks pose significant risks not just for humans but for wildlife as well. The longer tick season is a stark reminder of the environmental changes and their impact on public health.