How to tick-proof your yard
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- Spring marks the beginning of tick season in the Northern Hemisphere, increasing the risk of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease.
- Lyme disease is primarily transmitted by the black-legged tick, also known as the deer tick.
- People who spend significant time outdoors or have pets are at higher risk of tick exposure.
- While it may be impossible to completely eliminate ticks from your property, there are effective methods to deter them and reduce disease risk.
