20 years ago, ticks in our area were more of a nuisance because they rarely carried serious diseases. Unfortunately, that has changed.

20 years ago, ticks in our area were more of a nuisance because they rarely carried serious diseases. Unfortunately, that has changed.

Ticks are no longer just a problem up north or deep in the woods -- they can be found all across Michigan, and sometimes right in our own backyard

Warm weather is returning to Michigan, and so, too, is the risk from ticks.

Tick season has arrived in Michigan - and that's not a good thing.