Lyme Disease

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Gene Whitaker

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Mar 23, 2013, 12:55:31 PM3/23/13

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Here is some good information on Lime Disease. It is that time of year.

Lime disease can be avoided by using repellants and checking for ticks in the evening after a hike and again the next day. Remember: In most cases, the tick must be attached for 36-48 hours or more before the Lyme disease bacterium can be transmitted.

Gene

From: nvhc_m...@yahoogroups.com [mailto:nvhc_m...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ed Brimberg
Sent: Saturday, March 23, 2013 11:07 AM
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Subject: [nvhc_members] Lyme Disease

Here is some good information on Lyme Disease from the Centers for Disease Control and prevention as we enter the peak season for this.

http://www.cdc.gov/lyme/?utm_source=The+Register&utm_campaign=53ee087aac-TheRegister&utm_medium=email

Also, as the article below points out, there is a frequent occurrence of false negatives in the diagnosis of Lyme Disease. Since the consequences of not being treated in a timely manner are severe, it's important to recognize that possibility and make sure your doctor is aware of it, too.

http://www.loudountimes.com/index.php/news/article/lyme_disease_information_bill_to_become_law543?utm_source=Loudoun+Business&utm_campaign=3156c1edd1-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email#.UUkNWMdFUFY.mailto

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