Woodlot Association of Alberta
c/o Olson Office Management
P.O. Box 303
Beaverlodge, AB
T0H 0C0
Woodlot Association of Alberta
c/o Olson Office Management
P.O. Box 303
Beaverlodge, AB
T0H 0C0
The first human case of Lyme Disease was reported in Antigonish County, Nova Scotia, in Summer 2002.
Lyme Disease is a bacterial infection, which is transmitted to humans from infected deer ticks (blacklegged ticks). Deer ticks are found on grass and shrubs and attach themselves to passing animals and people.
An infected tick can transmit the disease only after it has been attached to a person for at least 24 hours so it is important to shower and/or make a thorough daily check of your body after spending time in tall grass, brush or wooded areas.
Precautions
Recommended precautions that may be taken include:
Tick Removal procedure
If you find an attached tick it is important to remove it properly:
Symptoms of Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is often identified as a red rash starting at the bite site from 3-30 days after the bite and spreading out as a growing circle (bull's eye).
Fever, chills, headache, fatigue, and swollen lymph glands may accompany the rash. The disease may result in neurological and muscular problems weeks or even months after the original infection. Serious conditions such as recurrent meningitis, heart problems, and arthritis may be present for years.
Treatment
Lyme disease can be successfully treated, particularly in the early stages, with antibiotics.
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