Province Reminds Public to Take Precautions Against Tick Bites This Summer

'Simple precautions' can reduce risk of tick-borne diseases, says Province

'As cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses rise and ticks continue to expand into new areas, more Ontarians may be at risk of tick bites,' says Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health.

Public health warns ticks are expanding into new areas across Ontario

With blacklegged ticks found across much of the province, the Ontario government is reminding residents to watch for Lyme disease symptoms — including fever, fatigue and a bull’s-eye rash — and seek care quickly

Province reminds public to take precautions against tick bites this summer

'As cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses rise and ticks continue to expand into new areas, more Ontarians may be at risk of tick bites,' said Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health.

Protect yourself against tick bites this summer: province

More people may be at risk of tick bites as cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses continue to rise, says Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health

Residents told to be careful of ticks and Lyme Disease

The Ontario government is encouraging people across the province to take precautions to prevent tick bites and reduce the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses when enjoying the outdoors. Reports of tick bites and Lyme disease infections in Durham Region increased significantly in 2025 with 201 confirmed human cases of Lyme disease compared to 155 cases in 2024. The cases were up by 30 per cent. Lyme disease is a potentially seriou…

Protect Yourself From Tick Bites This Summer

KAWARTHA LAKES-As outdoor activity increases during the summer season, the Ontario government is encouraging people across the province to take precautions to prevent tick bites and reduce the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses when enjoying the outdoors. Lyme disease is a potentially serious infection that comes from being bitten by an infected blacklegged tick, commonly known as a deer tick. If you have any symptoms such as fe…