According to Vilda Bajoriūnienė, a Public Information Specialist from the NVSC Quality Management and Communication Department, the observed increase in ticks is not necessarily indicative of rapid population growth. Instead, experts attribute the heightened presence to a combination of environmental shifts. These factors include climate change, milder winters, and the extension of the warm season, which together create conditions favorable for ticks to thrive and remain active for longer periods.
Furthermore, increased human interaction with natural green spaces contributes to this elevated risk. Bajoriūnienė noted that ticks favor damp, shaded environments characterized by tall grass, dense shrubbery, accumulated leaf litter, and generally neglected greenery. To mitigate the local abundance of these pests around residential areas, several preventative measures are recommended.
These include the routine cutting of lawns, the systematic removal of old leaves and plant debris, and the strategic thinning of overgrown bushes. Maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of areas near recreational grounds and playgrounds is also advised. When engaging with nature or performing yard work, personal protection is crucial.
Individuals should utilize appropriate repellents. This heightened environmental activity means that the risk of exposure to ticks remains elevated, particularly during extended warm periods when they are most active and potentially more prone to biting or transmitting pathogens. Implementing consistent environmental management is key to reducing overall risk.
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