Novant Health House Call: Protecting Against Ticks this Summer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Gardening, camping, hiking, and playing outdoors – when enjoying these activities, don’t forget to take steps to prevent bites from ticks that share the outdoors.

Ticks can infect humans with bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause serious illness.

Here with us this morning to talk about how you can protect yourself and your family against ticks is pediatrician Dr. Erin Washburn.