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Prevent Lyme Disease With These Summer Safety Tips

  • July 23, 2024

Pediatricians are warning parents about the increased risk of Lyme disease from deer ticks, which are most active during the summer months. Dr. Christina Brown of Kaiser Permanente notes that bites from these tiny parasites can cause fever, headaches and a target-like rash. Considering the difficulty of diagnosing and treating Lyme disease, preventive measures are crucial when venturing outdoors. Children are at higher risk due to more outdoor play, but no region of the U.S. is exempt. It is...