The Tick App: Preventing Tick Encounters and Diseases
The Tick App, developed as part of a collaborative research study between the Midwest and Northeast Centers of Excellence in Vector-borne Disease, is a free Android application designed to help prevent tick encounters and tick-borne diseases. The app aims to provide useful information on tick identification, tick removal, and other prevention ideas.
By sharing the location and time of tick encounters, users will help researchers at the University of Wisconsin and Columbia University to better understand and prevent tick-borne diseases. Additionally, the app allows users to submit ticks for identification by university staff, offering an extra layer of protection against these dangerous parasites.
Overall, The Tick App is a valuable tool for anyone looking to stay informed and safe while enjoying the outdoors.
