Tell me what it is…

Signs & Symptoms

Prevention

Tick Removal, Diagnosis, & Treatment

200

What is the bacteria that causes Lyme disease?

200

What are the 3 stages of Lyme disease?

200

Where is it best to walk when on a path through the woods?

200

What are the steps to proper tick removal.

400

What is the month in which the highest number of LD cases are reported?

400

What is the common name for an early symptom of LD which is seen here?

400

What type of shoes should you wear when in tick habitat?

400

What is an early symptom of Lyme that provides a positive diagnosis? If you have this symptom, no further testing is required.

600

What is the tick lifecycle stage that causes the majority of LD cases?

600

What is the painful condition seen here that results from the progression of untreated Lyme disease?

600

What is the percentage of DEET content that is most effect for repelling ticks.?

600

What 3 things should you never do to remove ticks?

800

What tick is this that is larger than a deer tick and does not transmit Lyme.

800

What are the symptoms of late Lyme disease?

800

What are some brands of tick repellent that are most effective for personal use?

800

How many hours do ticks need to be attached to transmit your bacteria?

1000

Where are you most likely to find ticks outside?

1000

What illness is characterized by facial paralysis and a drooping mouth which is caused by third stage Lyme disease?

1000

What are things you can do to modify the habitat in your yard to reduce your risk for Lyme disease?

1000

What tests are commonly done to detect whether you have Lyme disease?