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Identifying and Managing Bartonella Henselae

Identifying and Managing Bartonella Henselae

Humans contract Lyme disease from an infected deer tick. They pass the bacteria Bartonella henselae to a human’s bloodstream, where it reproduces and spreads throughout the body. Bartonella henselae is not the only bacteria deer ticks carry, however. Co-infections...
How to Identify a Deer Tick Bite

How to Identify a Deer Tick Bite

Ixodes scapularis, the black-legged or deer tick, has been recorded in at least 47 United States. As communities continue residential and commercial development, animals carrying ticks are forced to find new food, water, and shelter sources. This can mean roaming your...
Is Lyme Testing in Canada Accurate and Effective?

Is Lyme Testing in Canada Accurate and Effective?

Many different reports exist on the number of Lyme disease cases in Canada. A 2021 report claims that Lyme Disease is rising, with over 2,800 known cases being reported. This means there are likely a triple or quadruple number of actual patients. One reason for...
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