When it comes to problems caused by ticks, Lyme disease hogs a lot of the limelight. But various tick species carry and transmit a collection of other pathogens, some of which cause serious, even fatal, conditions. In fact, the number of tick-borne disease cases is on the rise in the United States. The range where […]
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Lyme disease has become an insidious epidemic in the United States. Caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of an infected tick, it can lead to heart problems, meningitis or arthritis if left untreated. It is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that […]
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The rising temperatures bring a whole new season of creepy crawlies including ticks. Stay safe this season and brush up on everything there is to know about ticks including what they look like, the diseases they carry, and what to do if you get a tick bite!
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Each year as the weather warms the threat of ticks and Lyme disease resurfaces. To stay safe, learn about the steps you should take if you ever find a tick on your body.
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Lyme disease can be a very serious infectious disease that is caused by the bite of a Lyme-carrying tick (which is sometimes too small to easily detect). While the problem is caused by such a small source, the symptoms that result can be huge, and sometimes can lead to an incorrect diagnosis. What can complicate a diagnosis […]
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Enjoying a hike through the forest is a great way to get exercise and enjoy the splendor of nature, but there are dangers lurking along the trails. Lyme disease, which is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, is the most common tick-borne infection in North America. The disease, which is quite serious and can cause […]
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