05/07/2026
If you are going to be outside this spring and summer, be sure to follow these tips from the Tennessee Department of Health to avoid tick bites and tick-borne illnesses!
✔️Know where ticks live to avoid the areas
✔️Treat clothing and gear before going outside
✔️Use insect repellants
✔️When you come indoors, do a tick check
Read more about tick precautions in the article below:
TDH is urging Tennesseans to take action against tick-borne diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, and alpha-gal syndrome. 🕷️
🛡️ Simple prevention tips:
• Use an EPA-registered insect repellent
• Wear long sleeves & pants in wooded or grassy areas
• Check for ticks after outdoor activities
Stay safe while enjoying the outdoors! ☀️
Learn more: https://www.tn.gov/health/news/2026/4/29/-tennessee-department-of-health-urges-tennesseans-to-take-precautions-against-ticks.html.