In recognition of Lyme Disease Awareness month, public health officials are advising Manitobans to be on alert for ticks.
According to the province, Lyme disease is becoming more common in Manitoba.
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People should be especially wary of black-legged ticks, which are the main carriers of the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, and are typically found on the edges of forests and areas with vegetation.
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People can protect themselves by wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, staying in the middle of walking trails and using tick repellent.
They add that anyone who’s bitten by a black-legged tick should seek antibiotics from a health-care provider within 72 hours to minimalize the risk of getting Lyme disease.
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