Lunch and Learn: TICK-BORNE DISEASE: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Program Type:

Health & Fitness

Age Group:

Adults
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Event Details

Friday, June 22 at 12:00pm. Chances are that you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Lyme or another tick-borne disease.  Rebecca Young, RN, BSN, a member of the Medical Advisory Panel of Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center, will speak about the types of diseases that are carried by the different species of ticks found on Eastern Long Island. She will also discuss symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment options that are available. Tips on preventing tick bites will also be shared.  Each attendee will receive a free tick removal kit.

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