What is Lyme Disease?

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Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread to humans by infected ticks. It’s also known as Lyme borreliosis.

Ticks are tiny spider-like creatures found in woodland and moorland areas. They feed on the blood of birds and mammals, including humans.

Lyme disease is usually easier to treat the earlier it’s diagnosed.

Find out more about tick bites and Lyme disease at the following web address

Lyme disease | NHS inform