#tick — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #tick, aggregated by home.social.
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https://www.fogolf.com/us/6273/ Professional iguana buster captures 200 reptiles on one golf course #BusyFieldLaboratory #ColdSnap #ColdStunnedIguana #ColdStunnedIguanasFloodFloridaDropOffLocationsAmidColdSnap #Florida #FloridaFish #FloridaGolf #IguanaBusters #LocalCoverage #MartinCounty #owner #phil #ProfessionalSide #StevenKavashansky #tequesta #tick #WildlifeConservationCommissionLocation #wpbf
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The #tick #Dermacentor #reticulatus (here from #Berlin) was originally distributed in Hungary, northern Italy, and Austria, but has i.a. due to #globalwarming #spreadnorthward since the 1970s and now occurs sporadically throughout #Germany. These #coldtolerant #ticks can transmit canine #babesiosis and other #zoonoses; therefore, they must be removed as quickly as possible if an infestation occurs.
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''Confusion in the immune system': How allergies can develop later in life'
"One such "on switch" is Covid-19, which can leave its stamp on the immune system in the form of new allergies. […] Infection increased the risk, and vaccination decreased the risk"
"If your body sees a type of food or an environmental allergen coming in when your immune system is already overwhelmed [by fighting off a virus] […] your immune system's like, 'Okay what is this now? Just get rid of everything'."
"Antibiotic use […] has been linked to a subsequent risk of allergies."
"the gut microbiome […] seems to play a role in myriad aspects of our health – including immune system function. Disrupting the microbiome […] may lead to "confusion in the immune system," causing what should be harmless substances to be filed under threats that need neutralising."
"Pregnancy is another seismic disruption to the immune system […] women may experience new allergies after they hit menopause, another time of great hormonal change."
"The bite of a lone star tick, an arachnid native to North America but spreading to new parts of the world as the climate warms, can be another surprising allergy trigger – specifically, causing reactions to red meat."
#health #allergy #covid #RSV #pregnancy #ImmuneSystem #antibiotics #tick
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Spanish #Amber Deposit Offers Rare Window into #Cretaceous Life https://www.sci.news/paleontology/el-soplao-amber-15065.html
"Among the discoveries are the oldest #tick known to science, a #lacewing larva that camouflaged itself with plant debris, and a fly preserved mid-meal with #pollen from an extinct gymnosperm group clumped on its body — direct evidence of #pollination before flowering #plants took over that ecological role. Theropod #dinosaur feathers have also turned up"
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Tick bite, rare bacteria found in dogs at center of Chatham County medical mystery :: WRAL.com
A Chatham County woman says she is grateful to be alive after a sudden illness left her hospitalized…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Health #Bacteria #Healthcare #tick
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Summer #Ticks Took Over
Conventional wisdom about ticks, is lagging fast-changing reality. 2004-2016, reported cases of #tick-borne diseases in US doubled. Four out of five were #Lyme — nearly half a million #Americans are treated for it each year — but seven tick-borne maladies not previously reported in #UnitedStates also made their debuts. Ticks now account for 4 out of 5 vector-borne — which is to say, bug-delivered — illnesses in the country.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/20/magazine/tick-season-lone-star-alpha-gal-syndrome-lyme.html
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What is the current advice on how to remove a #tick you discover on yourself?
(About to spend some time in areas where that's a risk, getting prepared)
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UNH awarded grant to study ticks
UNH awarded $8M grant to study ticks MANCHESTER, N.H. — The University of New Hampshire is getting an…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Health #additionaltickspecie #davidneedle #Disease #Grant #majorimpact #moose #NewHampshire #peakseason #recentresearch #Research #spread #Station #study #tick #Tick-borneillness #Ticks #unh #UniversityofNewHampshire #wildlifehealth
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The latest MMWR from the CDC has an article about tick-borne alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). (Tick induced red meat allergy.)
The researchers looked at donated blood as a semi-random sampling. They found that the antibodies are very present. It is likely a lot more people have been exposed than have developed AGS.
Link to study: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/75/wr/mm7525a1.htm
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https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/werebugs-the-creepy-crawlies-with-bites-that-change-you
cc: @LikeItOrLumpIt for #tick based content.
Certain insect-borne or bug-related infections can cause mental illness, most commonly by invading the brain or triggering severe autoimmune and inflammatory responses that disrupt cognitive function.
Lyme Disease: Transmitted by blacklegged ticks. If left untreated, the bacteria can affect the nervous system, potentially leading to anxiety, depression, severe cognitive fog, and sometimes psychosis.
Chagas Disease: Spread by the triatomine bug (kissing bug) in Central and South America. The parasite Trypanosoma cruzi primarily damages the heart but can also invade the brain, leading to neurological and psychiatric complications.
Sleeping sickness, or human African trypanosomiasis, is a fatal parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of an infected tsetse fly in sub-Saharan Africa. Early symptoms include fever and joint pain, while advanced stages target the central nervous system, causing severe neurological issues and altered sleep cycles.
Mosquitoes are the most common vectors for viral encephalitis worldwide.
Japanese encephalitis: Transmitted primarily by the Culex mosquito. It is most prevalent in rural and agricultural areas of Asia.
West Nile virus: Transmitted by various mosquito species, this is a major cause of mosquito-borne encephalitis in North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE): Known as one of the most severe mosquito-borne diseases, causing death in about 30% of infected individuals. It is spread by swamp-dwelling mosquitoes.
Other Mosquito-Borne Viruses: Includes the La Crosse, St. Louis, and Venezuelan equine viruses.
i wonder how many people diagnosed mentally ill had organic causes excluded first?
There is no single global statistic on how many people diagnosed with a mental illness have organic causes excluded first, but studies indicate that up to one-third of patients initially referred for psychiatric conditions (such as depression) may have underlying organic or medical syndromes.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/nursing-and-health-professions/organic-psychosyndrome
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Lone star tick is a cool name for a tick that can give you an allergy to red meat and even ... drywall in rare cases. Because beef is everywhere.
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Progress in some areas in the continuing battle against ticks and tick borne illness. Ticks are moving into new areas.
Also, a free #Tick App exists. I haven't read the info on it yet--we may not be able to join the study--but we can use it to photograph ticks and upload to find out what kind it is.
There's hope for better, faster treatment, and a vaccine that will protect many from easy transmission.
https://www.vox.com/good-medicine-newsletter/492253/ticks-bites-alpha-gal-lyme-disease
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Tick Season in Idaho: Dates, Risks, and Smart Prevention for Families and Pets
Every spring in Idaho, a small but serious seasonal hazard wakes up alongside the wildflowers — ticks. These tiny parasites become active as temperatures climb, and they are found across the state's forests, foothills, and grasslands, waiting for a warm-blooded host to pass by. Whether you are hiking the Boise foothills, camping in the Panhandle, or simply walking your dog through a brushy trail, knowing when tick season peaks, which species are active, and how to protect yourself can make […] -
Lyme disease tick test: Home test kit seeks to limit spread
But soon you’ll be able to run a 15-minute tick test in your living room. It’s called LymeAlert,…
#NewsBeep #News #Healthcare #ags #alphagalsyndrome #AU #Australia #Health #marthasvineyard #tick #ticks
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Lyme disease tick test: Home test kit seeks to limit spread
But soon you’ll be able to run a 15-minute tick test in your living room. It’s called LymeAlert,…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Healthcare #ags #alphagalsyndrome #Health #Martha'sVineyard #tick #Ticks
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Selbsttest: Wie groß ist dein innerer Monk?
Schiefhängende Bilder beunruhigen dich? Finde mit diesem lustigen Selbsttest heraus, wie stark der innere Monk in dir ist.
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Tick Season in Illinois Explained: Active Months, High-Risk Areas, and Bite Prevention
Tick season in Illinois is longer and more widespread than many residents realize. While most people associate tick activity with summer camping trips or hikes through the woods, ticks in this state can be active from early spring all the way through late fall — and sometimes even on mild winter days. Whether you spend time outdoors for work, recreation, or simply walking your dog around the neighborhood, understanding when ticks are most active, where they live, and how to protect […] -
Hey, kids, it’s #tick season! You’ve probably heard about #LymeDisease (it’s nasty) but there are other tick-borne pathogens and stuff to watch out for, like one that will make you allergic to red meat, for instance. Here’s a #DailyShow interview with Dr. Thomas Mather, the TickGuy. Lots of info, and tips for avoiding the buggers, and how to properly search for and get them off your body when you find one. https://youtu.be/X53d7YBtjoM?si=Sk1NSShB873yNyD0
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Connecticut Tick Season: When It Starts, Which Ticks Bite, and How to Respond
Connecticut has one of the highest rates of tick-borne illness in the entire country, and the window for tick activity is longer than most people expect. Milder winters have all but eliminated a true off-season, meaning you can encounter a tick in January just as easily as in July. Whether you spend time hiking, gardening, or simply letting your dog out in the backyard, understanding tick season in Connecticut is one of the most practical things you can do for your health. This guide walks […] -
Use this #DuctTape trick to protect yourself from #tick bites
By Sam Schipani, Bangor Daily News Staff
June 16, 2021"With ticks on the rise in Maine this year, intrepid outdoorsy folks are getting creative with methods for keeping ticks at bay. Among the methods circulating via popular social media sites is to wrap duct tape with the sticky side out around pants ankles to catch ticks while they try to crawl up legs.
"It looks silly, sure. But does it work?
"Griffin Dill, who manages the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Tick Lab, said that it’s not a terrible idea, as long as the tape is snug enough that the ticks can’t get underneath it.
" 'I have seen this trick circulating online, particularly through social media,' Dill said. 'A primary focus of tick bite prevention is creating a barrier that will prevent the tick from accessing bare skin. Wrapping a layer of sticky tape around your ankles will not completely prevent tick bites, but any added barrier can help.'
"The placement of the duct tape is key because it targets a place where ticks often climb onto bodies.
"Chuck Lubelczyk, vector ecologist at Maine Medical Center Research Institute, said most tick encounters happen below the knee.
" 'Especially on hot days like the last couple of days, ticks are really close to the ground,' Lubelczyk said. 'A lot of moisture is trapped around the ground level, which makes the ticks very happy. They tend to really get on people at the ankle height and crawl up pant legs. Anything you can do to close your pant legs will help.'
"Dill explained that if you have found ticks on your back, neck or head, they likely climbed up from your ankles, so the extra ankle protection is even helpful to keep ticks away from your upper body.
" 'Ticks have a natural inclination to climb up on a host, so if they don’t immediately encounter exposed skin they will generally travel up until they do,' he said. 'Dog ticks in particular are known to climb up and become attached high on the body, especially around the neck and head. Ultimately, the concern isn’t necessarily keeping the ticks from falling down your shirt, but keeping them from accessing exposed skin on their way up the body.'
"That said, the method isn’t perfect. Durability of the tape, for instance, can be an issue.
" 'I wouldn’t probably do that if I were doing any kind of real hiking or bushwhacking, or people that are going out for extensive hikes and stuff,' Lubelczyk said. 'I would see that stuff coming apart if you’re out walking in the brush heavily. If it’s raining it might get wet and may not be effective. I think people should be aware.'
"If you’re looking for a more effective way to keep ticks away, try #gaiters for your ankles and legs, Lubelczyk said."
#SolarPunkSunday #UMaineCoopExtension #UMaineCooperativeExtension #TicksInMaine #TickControl #DuckTape #StopTickWraps
