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05-20-2008, 10:40 AM
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(Topix) Health officials are concerned about a jump in reported cases of Lyme disease in Maryland.
The number of reported cases more than doubled last year to nearly 2,600 statewide. In Howard County, the number more than tripled to 358. Howard County health officer Dr. Peter Beilenson believes the increase could be due, in part, to better awareness of the disease. However, he says experts believe many cases go unreported. Health officials say spring is the start of the active season for ticks. To prevent tick bites, citizens are advised to use insect repellent, check their skin and keep their grass and bushes trimmed. Read more Read the full article... (From Topix Health) |
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Officials See Jump In Reported Lyme Disease Cases (Topix)
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