Ben Whitten introduced Aimee Goodwin from the Minnesota Lyme Association. Minnesotans across the state are at risk for acquiring tick-borne diseases. The highest risk is in the south-east, east central, and north central areas of the state. Grassy fields, brush filled wooded landscapes and places where residential neighborhoods meet the forest edge are prime tick habitat. Lyme disease is an infection that can involve all organs of the human body, including the brain and central nervous. Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics. Check yourself and your animals for ticks immediately and for several days after being in a tick-infested area. Visit their website at: www.mnlyme.org for additional information.
