The article discusses the increasing tick-borne diseases that occur in Utah from April through July, which are particularly prevalent in the state. The article suggests that tick populations are expanding and tick-related illnesses are increasing. The most important step is to protect yourself and your family from these diseases and perform a full-body tick check on yourself, your children, and pets before spending time outdoors. If you find a tick, remove it immediately and use a combination of fine-tipped tweezers and ice cubes to remove it from the skin. Additionally, report any health changes to your doctor within two weeks of a tick bite. The report also helps our health department track local risks when sent to us for identification.