Green Lakes State Park ranks second nationally for tick-borne illness risk
Green Lakes State Park in Onondaga County, New York, has been ranked second in the nation for tick-borne illness concerns by WorldAtlas. The ranking is based on regional Lyme disease data, research, and firsthand reports, not direct case counts. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Jim McDonald noted nearly 23,000 Lyme disease cases in the state last year (excluding NYC), highlighting a rising trend. Health experts urge routine tick checks, repellent use, and light-colored clothing for outdoor visitors.