Tick bites are sending record numbers of people to the ER. Here's why.

As tick bites surge to record highs across the Northeast, Chelsea and Jameson Latko of Northport, New York, are taking extensive precautions to protect themselves and their dog but have still experienced multiple bites. Emergency rooms are seeing more cases, with experts linking the rise to milder winters and earlier springs, which increase both tick populations and the risk of diseases like Lyme disease. With no vaccine available, health officials recommend preventative measures such as wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent, and performing regular tick checks. The Latkos’ ongoing vigilance underscores the serious health risks posed by tick bites as summer approaches.