Ticks are a common problem in Connecticut throughout much of the year. They can spread bacteria, viruses, and parasites through their bites. Download this flyer to keep informed and be “Tick Smart.” With the CDC already reporting data indicating the highest emergency room visits for tick bites since 2017, and our warmer than average recent winter, projections for tick-borne diseases are dangerously high in most regions of the US and 2026 is expected to be one of the worst years for tick-borne illness.  Special thanks to Diego Elijah Arana of Emory University for making this available.