ORLANDO, Fla. — There’s a new health warning in Central Florida as many are spending more time outdoors.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new warning as emergency room visits for tick bites are higher than normal for this time of year.
This marks the first such occurrence in nearly a decade.
Officials said the rise in tick-related emergency room visits is evident in Central Florida.
The CDC recommends using tweezers for at-home tick removal.
When removing a tick, individuals should ensure the entire mouth part is also pulled off.
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