Lyme Disease: 5 Symptoms & Prevention

Lyme Disease: 5 Symptoms & Prevention

Lyme disease gets its name from a small coastal town in Connecticut called Lyme. In 1975, a woman pointed out an unusual cluster of more than 51 cases of pediatric arthritis to Yale researchers. In 1977, Dr. Allen Steere and Yale colleagues named the 51 clusters “Lyme arthritis." In 1979, Steere and colleague Dr.

What steps can be taken to prevent Lyme disease?
Avoid tall grass and overgrown, brushy areas.
Stay in the middle of the trails when hiking in the woods.
Wear light-colored clothing so the ticks can be easily seen.
Wear long pants to provide a better barrier than shorts.