Podcast: Lyme Disease

In this episode of Back to Health, Maryellen Benito, D.O. discusses what patient should know about ticks and preventing Lyme disease. She highlights how ticks can latch onto humans from pets, animals, and in wooded, grassy areas. She reviews common staged symptoms like target rash and what to tell your doctor if you think you may have been infected. She goes over helpful preventative tips for avoid ticks and other bug bites while you're outdoors.

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