Tick Season

Published on 27 October 2022

Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during warmer months, and particularly so after rain and periods of high humidity which we have been experiencing.

About Ticks   

Ticks are parasites that feed on the animal and human blood. Ticks occur in humid, bushy areas. They are not very mobile but rely on passing animals to both feed on and transport them. Ticks are known to inject toxins that cause local irritation or mild irritation, however most tick bites cause little or no symptoms. Tick borne diseases, tick paralysis and severe allergic reactions can pose serious health threat.

Early symptoms of tick paralysis can include rashes, headache, fever, flu like symptoms, tenderness of lymph nodes, unsteady gait, intolerance to bright light, increased weakness of the limbs and partial facial paralysis. If swelling of the face and throat causes breathing difficulties, seek urgent medical attention.

Keep safe by checking yourself, loved ones and pets for ticks regularly.       

For more information on tick bite prevention visit the Australian Government Department of Health website.