The Northeast has seen a rise in tick-related hospitalizations this summer, but CT health officials say they're prepared.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there’s been a rise in emergency room visits for tick bites this summer, with the northeast region seeing the most cases.

The Brief Climate change and increased outdoor activities are contributing to a rise in tick bites and related ER visits, as ticks thrive in warmer conditions and increased human-nature ...