Arthropod-borne Disease Program
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Program Overview
The Arthropod-borne Disease Program tests for arthropod-borne diseases in order to obtain a more accurate picture of the true incidence and distribution in the County. The program augments public efforts education to encourage tick-borne disease identification and reporting. Educating the public on personal protective measures for tick-borne and mosquito-borne diseases is an ongoing process.
Fact Sheets
Lyme Disease Pamphlet from Suffolk County - Helpful Information for Suffolk County Residents
Lyme Disease Information from New York State Department of Health
Tick Transmitted Diseases (English) - A tick bite may cause a person to become sick. Learn about the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Read about the important things you can do to prevent tick bites and the proper way to remove a tick.
Tick Transmitted Diseases (Spanish)
Babesiosis - Information from New York State Department of Health
Erlichiosis - Information from New York State Department of Health
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever - Information from New York State Department of Health
Tularemia - Information from New York State Department of Health
Be Tick Free - Information from New York State Department of Health
Lyme Disease Alert - Information from New York State Department of Health |
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