Coronation Street - Lyme Disease UK
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is caused by the bite of an infected tick and is treated with antibiotics. Ticks are usually found in woodland, heathlands and grassy areas but have also been found in urban parks and gardens. Lyme disease is endemic in many parts of the UK and infected ticks have been found in every region of the UK. It is important to remember that not all ticks carry infection and that a tick bite does not necessarily mean Lyme disease.
Lyme disease can be prevented with a small amount of knowledge and awareness. It is also important to know how to remove a tick safely and to be aware of signs and symptoms of Lyme disease if you or your child does sustain a tick bite.
Prevention:
There are simple steps you can take to prevent a bite:
https://lymediseaseuk.com/ prevention/
Removing a tick safely:
https://lymediseaseuk.com/ tick-removal/
It is important to seek medical advice if you think that you or your child may have contracted Lyme disease so that treatment can commence as soon as possible.
Please visit https://lymediseaseuk.com/ for further information.