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Which US counties have established tick populations?

CDC interactive surveillance uses species-specific county status; an unlabelled county does not prove absence and established status does not measure disease risk.

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Short answer

CDC interactive surveillance uses species-specific county status; an unlabelled county does not prove absence and established status does not measure disease risk.

At a glance

CDC interactive surveillance uses species-specific county status; an unlabelled county does not prove absence and established status does not measure disease risk. Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

Key takeaways

• CDC interactive surveillance uses species-specific county status; an unlabelled county does not prove absence and established status does not measure disease risk.

• Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

CDC interactive surveillance uses species-specific county status; an unlabelled county does not prove absence and established status does not measure disease risk.

Use it in context

Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.