Ohio Lyme disease cases have grown significantly

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – You have heard about Lyme disease, but how much do you really know about it? Experts say most tick bites happen in June and July, with symptoms taking anywhere from three to 30 days to appear.

Lyme disease is a growing concern in the state of Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Health. We have seen more cases this year than at this point last year, which is concerning because the state saw record numbers in 2024.

In 2010, the Ohio Department of Health reported fewer than 40 cases in the state and in 2024, that number was up to nearly 1,800…

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