Camden County health officials say they typically see a spike in ticks during the spring, but usually not until May. This year, however, they are already seeing more people seeking medical care after finding ticks on themselves."We are seeing them spiking a little earlier this year than in previous years across both the overall burden of disease and through ER visits," said Caryelle Vilaubi, director of the Camden County
Department of Health and Human Services.
After a long winter, more people are heading outdoors, and county health officials are urging residents to be cautious as tick activity appears to be increasing earlier than usual. Thoroughly check yourselves, as well as children and pets, after spending time outdoors within two hours of coming inside.