Ticks, active in spring, summer, and early fall, pose a growing threat to New Yorkers, with hospital visits for tick bites at their highest rate in five years. Climate change and increased deer populations are contributing to the rise in tick numbers. Tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease, can lead to serious health issues. In 2000, there were only 215 Lyme disease cases, but in 2024, this number surged to 2,952. Health officials recommend checking for ticks after outdoor activities to ensure safety.
Warmer average temperatures driven by climate change have led to longer summers, earlier spring, and shorter and milder winter, extending the geography and seasonality of ticks.
In the year 2000 only 215 cases were recorded; in 2024, 2,952 cases of Lyme disease were reported among New York City residents.
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