Lyme Disease Awareness Month
1 May 2024
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection, usually caused by the bite of an infected tick. This campaign aims to raise awareness of how to prevent tick bites, how to safely remove ticks, and the importance of early treatment for people who become unwell, following a bite.
Ticks can be found in every county across the UK and can be as small as poppy seeds, so can easily be missed. If you spend a lot of time outdoors or you own a pet, you may be at higher risk of being bitten.
If you are worried that you may have been bitten by an infected tick, speak to your GP or practice nurse.
Further information is available here
