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What is the tick danger in Eagle County heading into summer?
Zoe Goldstein | Vail Daily
July 01, 2025
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Lyme disease is not present in Colorado, but look out for Colorado tick fever
As summer adventuring kicks into gear, it’s important to stay apprised of the risks of tick bites.Dr. Meegan Leve, a pediatrician with Colorado Mountain Medical, said she receives calls from concerned parents about ticks every spring and summer.
“We’re a very active community, people are out in wooded areas hiking and such, and you can get a tick bite,” she said.
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