Tick Bites Surge To A 10-Year High As Sawyer Offers Expert Guidance For Peak Season

With tick borne illness cases rising nationwide, Sawyer shares proven protection strategies for families, hikers, and pet owners.

Safety Harbor, Fla., (May 19, 2026) — Tick bites are sending Americans to emergency rooms at rates not seen in a decade, according to a CDC statement released in April 2026. With Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and alpha-gal syndrome all on the rise, outdoor protection brand Sawyer is urging families to take simple, proven steps to stay safe this season.

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