Preface: My struggle with Lyme Disease -- A public theat emerges -- Understanding ticks and the infections they spread -- The history of Lyme Disease -- Signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease -- The quest for a diagnosis -- The treatment of Lyme Disease -- Other tick-borne disorders -- How to remove a tick -- Personal protection for you and your family -- Managing your property -- The promise of vaccines -- The risks to your animals -- Appendices
Summary
Keep your family safe from tick-borne infections. With millions around the world infected-and millions more at risk-Lyme and other tick-related disorders are today's fastest-growing infectious diseases. And while there has been much progress in combating these illnesses, we are a long way from eliminating them. Early treatment is crucial-and there's no better way to get informed and be prepared to deal with these diseases than to read this book. This comprehensive guide tells you everything you need to know to protect yourself and your family from the pain of Lyme, including vital information
