The Impact of Tick-Borne Disease 


Protect Field Workers from Dangerous Tick-Borne Diseases

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"Ticks don’t just threaten health—they jeopardize safety, productivity, and lives."


According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 33% of the US workforce has regular outdoor exposure in their jobs, meaning they spend a significant portion of their workday outdoors. A global review from 2002 to 2021 found that about 20% of outdoor workers tested positive for Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria causing Lyme disease, a significant portion of which are forestry and agricultural workers.


"The growing threat of tick-borne illnesses demands immediate action through prevention and education."

- Senator Kirsten Gilibrand

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Tick-Borne diseases like Lyme disease pose a significant safety risk to employees working in outdoor environments, from park rangers and construction crews to field researchers and first responders. Ensuring the health and well-being of these workers is not only a moral responsibility, but also essential for maintaining productivity and morale. With approximately 476,000 people diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease annually in the U.S., proactive prevention is critical. Providing employees with proper education, tools, and protective equipment—like TiCK MiTT—empowers them to reduce risks and stay safe while performing their duties.

Ticks don’t just threaten health—they jeopardize safety, productivity, and lives.



Lyme disease may start off with early symptoms including fever, fatigue and rash; symptoms that are commonly associated with other conditions, delaying treatment. Misdiagnoses contribute to prolonged illness and increased healthcare costs. When left untreated, Lyme disease can cause long-term complications in 10-20% of patients. Long-term complications hinder workforce capabilities and highlight the importance of preventive measures. While Lyme disease is the most common Tick-Borne disease, the CDC recognizes 17 more Tick-Borne pathogens that affect people living in the United States and abroad.

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TiCK MiTT is a woman owned business on a mission to reduce cases of Tick-Borne diseases

Government Agencies and Businesses Served

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Tools for Prevention and Education Available

for Businesses and Municipal, State and Federal Government

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Preventative Products:

  • TiCK MiTT is a chemical-free, reusable mitten designed to help locate and remove ticks before they attach and transmit diseases,preventing them from entering vehicles, workplaces, or homes.

  • Developing additional products to safely and efficiently remove embedded ticks,
    ensuring employees have the tools they need for all stages of tick exposure.

  • Can create custom solutions for an organization's tick protection and prevention needs.


Educational Programs:

  • Training sessions tailored for government employees and families to enhance tick awareness and prevention practices.

  • Digital and physical resources, including posters, videos, and guides, to reinforce prevention messages.

Join us in fighting Tick-Borne diseases through prevention and education.

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