The Tick App vs Tick Stick

Help prevent tick encounters and tick-borne diseases. By sharing when and where you encounter ticks you will help researchers at the University of Wisconsin and Columbia University to better prevent tick-borne diseases. The Tick App also provides information on tick identification, tick removal and other prevention ideas. You can also submit ticks for identification by university staff. The Tick App was developed as part of a collaborative research study between the Midwest and Northeast Centers of Excellence in Vector-borne Disease.

The Tick Stick is the smarter way to handle a tick bite. Designed for families, hikers, pet owners, and anyone who spends time outdoors, The Tick Stick removes and encapsulates ticks hands-free — preserving them safely for accurate lab testing. Know within days whether your tick carried Lyme disease or other pathogens, before symptoms appear. WHAT THE APP DOES: LAB FINDER Search by ZIP code to find the nearest tick testing laboratory. Compare labs by turnaround time, price, diseases tested, and distance. Includes free testing options. AFTER A BITE GUIDE Step-by-step instructions for exactly what to do after a tick bite — from removal and encapsulation to mailing your tick and visiting a walk-in clinic for preventive doxycycline. TICK SIGHTING MAP See real community-reported tick sightings near you. Report your own sighting with species, location, and details. TICK ID GUIDE Identify 6 common tick species with real photos, size comparisons, disease risks, lifecycle info, and identification tips. PREVENTION GUIDE Before, during, and after outdoor activity — learn the most effective tick prevention strategies including repellent comparisons, clothing tips, yard management, and pet protection. COMMUNITY TIPS & TRICKS A community board where real users share strategies for managing tick-borne illness, prevention techniques, yard tips, gear recommendations, and more. SHOP Order The Tick Stick directly through Amazon — Single Pack ($9.99) and Family Pack ($13.99). WHY TEST YOUR TICK? Early testing means early treatment. If your tick tests positive, your doctor can begin preventive treatment before symptoms develop — potentially preventing months or years of illness. The Tick Stick is protected by US Patent 12,396,754 B2 and manufactured by Innovative Products Group, LLC. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This app is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider regarding tick bites and tick-borne illness.