The Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) is reminding residents how important it is to protect themselves, their families, and their pets from ticks and the diseases they can carry.
Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States and is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected western black-legged tick (Ixodes pacificus). Symptoms may include fever, headache, fatigue, and a distinctive skin rash. If left untreated, Lyme disease can lead to serious health complications.
“Ticks may be small, but the risk they pose is significant,” said Dr. Kelly Furey, Scientific Programs Manager for the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District. “Taking simple precautions like using tick repellent and doing thorough tick checks after spending time outdoors can greatly reduce your chances of contracting a tick-borne illness.”…