Ticks are on the Move, Here’s How to Protect Yourself

About this episode

This episode discusses the spread of ticks due to climate change and how to protect against tick-borne diseases.

Climate change and land use are helping ticks spread into new areas, bringing serious diseases, including one that can trigger an allergy to red meat and dairy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how to protect yourself, while Meg Tirrell reports from one tick hotspot.  This episode was produced by Leying Tang, Madeleine Thompson, and Andrea Kane. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Meg Tirrell

Topics covered

• ticks
• climate change
• disease prevention
• health risks
• allergies
• red meat allergy

Keywords

• ticks
• climate change
• disease
• red meat allergy
• health
• protection

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