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Got a virus from a tick bite? The MLHU needs to knowIn terms of prevention, the MLHU recommends walking in the centre of paths when walking in the woods, avoiding long grass and wearing insect repellent.HealthJul 9, 2023
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Increase in tick-borne illnesses directly linked to climate change: Ontario top doctor'It is simply from the ability of these ticks, that are now able to survive our winters and stay and breed over their two-year lifecycle,' said Dr. Kieran Moore.HealthJul 2, 2023
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Winnipegger recounts battle with Lyme disease as tick season nearsIn October of 2019 Winnipegger Teresa Manitowich began to feel sick: "I just wasn't feeling quite right. I was getting frequent headaches, I was very irritable and I had fatigue."HealthApr 2, 2023
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U.S., Europe begin testing 1st possible Lyme disease vaccine in 20 yearsPfizer and French biotech Valneva are aiming to avoid previous pitfalls in developing a new vaccine to protect both adults and kids as young as 5 from Lyme disease.HealthAug 8, 2022
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Saskatchewan residents reminded to keep an eye out for ticks this fallThe Ministry of Health is reminding Saskatchewan residents to stay vigilant when it comes to ticks this fall.CanadaSep 11, 2020
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Tick at provincial park north of Peterborough tests positive for Lyme disease: health unitThe health unit says the infected tick was discovered during recent surveillance work conducted in Petroglyphs Provincial Park.HealthJul 28, 2020
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B.C. tick bite victim urges vigilance, with potentially-infectious pests in seasonWhile a tick bite itself may cause irritation, the bigger concern is illnesses, including Lyme disease, which is caused by a bacteria ticks carry.Jun 6, 2020
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Lyme disease at the forefront during New Brunswick roundtable tick discussionTick season is upon us in the Maritimes, and with ticks comes the risk of contracting Lyme disease.EnvironmentMay 23, 2019
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Alberta health officials want your ticks to help monitor for Lyme diseaseWith campsites and recreational areas across the province expected to be bursting at the seams with outdoor enthusiasts this May long weekend, health officials are warning Albertans to be mindful of ticks and to submit them to health authorities if they come across the parasites.HealthMay 18, 2018
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Lyme Disease: A devastating illness, according to a Kingston manA Kingston man describes what life is like living with Lyme Disease.CanadaMay 4, 2018
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