An Asian tick uncommon in U-S, but a concern

The Asian long-horned tick is uncommon in the U-S. Still, the sighting of a large population in one South Carolina county, and another adjoining Oconee, is the concern of the state’s entomologist and epidemiologist, among others.  And it is why Dr. Bell, the epidemiologist, led a briefing today for South Carolina media—which included the chance for reporters to ask questions.  Selected and essential parts of that briefing are being re-played today on 101.7/WGOG NEWS.