Ticks and tick-borne diseases have become a significant public health issue in New York, with different tick species and diseases currently present and spreading within the state. In 2014, developing, confirming, and/or promoting methods for reducing the impact of ticks in community settings in a measureable way was added to the Community IPM Priorities. In 2015, Community IPM staff engaged diverse audiences in learning about tick and host management, conducted research, and assisted other organizations
