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Charles Christensen

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Ticks Are Bringing More Than Just Lyme

Lyme disease isn’t the only thing ticks are spreading—doctors are seeing more cases of other nasty illnesses like ehrlichiosis, babesiosis, and even viruses that can mess with your brain. Some ticks can even make you allergic to red meat (yep, that’s a thing). And the scary part? These bugs are popping up in new places. No cure for some of these, so prevention is key: cover up, use repellent, and always do a tick check after being outside! #TickTalk #LymeDisease #HealthAlert #Health

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Vincent Perry

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The Tiny Bug That’s Ruining BBQs & Farms

Ever heard of a tick bite making you allergic to burgers? Some farmers are getting hit with a meat allergy called alpha-gal syndrome after lone star tick bites, making it impossible to even be around cows or eat beef. With warmer weather helping ticks spread, more folks could be at risk. Farmers are now suiting up like beekeepers just to do chores. If you’re hiking or working outside, double up on bug spray and check for ticks—your next steak might depend on it! #FarmLife #TickTalk #AlphaGal #FoodAllergies #ClimateChange #Business

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john24

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Tick Trouble Spreads to the Mid-Atlantic

Babesiosis, a tick-borne disease usually found up north, is now popping up in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia for the first time. The symptoms are sneaky—think fever, chills, and headaches—and it’s tough to diagnose because it looks like other illnesses. Plus, antibiotics don’t work on it! Researchers found local ticks carrying the parasite, and some even had Lyme disease too. Docs and locals need to watch out, especially during tick season. Double trouble if you get both! #TickTalk #Babesiosis #MidAtlantic #LymeDisease #PublicHealth #Health

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