Description/Abstract
Over 30,000 Lyme disease cases are reported to the CDC annually. Lyme disease, which is carried by ticks, can lead to numerous debilitating health conditions and even death. This data slice describes the geographic distribution of Lyme disease in the U.S. from 2009-2018 and summarizes prevention strategies.
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Document Type
Data Slice
Keywords
Lyme Disease, Public Health, Spatial Distribution
Disciplines
Community Health and Preventive Medicine | Environmental Public Health | Place and Environment
Date
4-28-2021
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Language
English
Recommended Citation
Helander, Mary E., "Lyme Disease in the U.S.: Where is Risk Highest?" (2021). Population Health Research Brief Series. 132.
https://surface.syr.edu/lerner/132
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