Tick and Mosquito Season Approaching Michigan: Stay Alert!
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Ticks can carry diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
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Mosquitoes can carry diseases such as West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis.
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Ticks are commonly found in wooded and grassy areas.
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Mosquitoes are commonly found near standing water, such as ponds and pools.
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To protect against ticks, wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent, and check for ticks after being outdoors.
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To protect against mosquitoes, use insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and eliminate standing water on your property.
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If you find a tick on your body, use tweezers to grasp the tick as close to your skin as possible and pull it straight out.
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If you develop a rash or fever after being bitten by a tick, seek medical attention.
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If you develop flu-like symptoms after being bitten by a mosquito, seek medical attention.
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