I see on your website that you talk about perimeter sprays and "tick tubes" for controlling deer ticks. Does one method work better than another? Also, where can you buy "tick tubes"?

Interview with URI's Tick Guy on FoxNews.com

Lyme disease isn't the only tick-transmitted disease causing concern around the USA this summer. In a recent article published on FoxNews.com, URI TickEncounter Resource Center's Thomas Mather helps journalist Marrecca Fiore (URI '97, Journalism) explain the regional nature of tick-transmitted diseases and what to look out for if you are bitten by a tick.
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How-To ... Control Ticks In Your Yard

Perimeter Sprays and Granules: The single most effective way to reduce blacklegged (deer) ticks in your yard is by insecticide applications that are applied mainly to the yard perimeter, shady perennial beds or along trails and paths in woods. In most situations, treatment is NOT needed on open or sunny LAWNS!!

Watch a How-to video about Perimeter Spray Treatments and controlling ticks in your yard.

Golfers! Help us keep score of ticks!

Participate in the Tick Awareness on the Golf Course survey

Tick Awareness on the Golf Course is an anonymous 5 question survey with the goal of helping researchers determine the best way to offer you tick-borne disease prevention strategies while on the golf course.

Interviews with Dr. Thomas Mather from 93.3 Coast FM

Dr. Thomas Mather explains tick bite prevention and the "Think TICK. Take Action! campaign. (Listen Here)
Dr. Thomas Mather explains what to do about a summertime flu. (Listen Here)