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California-based Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is hoping to help protect more people from severe tick-borne illnesses by developing a new pill called TP05.

Protection before the bite: How a new pill could keep you safe from tick-borne illnesses

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Using a technique that has shown promise in targeting cancer tumors, a Duke Health team has found a way to deploy a molecular warhead that can annihilate the bacterium that causes Lyme disease.

Molecular 'warhead' from Duke Health targets bacterium which causes Lyme disease

Tablet-based vaccine from Duke could offer easy alternative to treat urinary tract infections

Bug season is here, which means you'll need a good insect repellent to protect you from bites. But not all repellents can get the job done. Consumer Reports has tested more than 50 of them to find out which ones will let you enjoy the great outdoors, bug-free.

Best insect repellants for protection from tick and mosquito-borne diseases

Consumer reports tests top-performing insect repellants of 2022

Experts fear that increased outdoor activity associated with the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to an increase in Lyme disease infections.

tick Prevention is paramount in Sarah Wilson's home. Six years ago, she was diagnosed with Lyme disease. It's been pretty debilitating. Her symptoms included fever and body ache. Had they developed this summer that would have assumed I had cove it and I would be really, really scared, Health experts worry. Not only will cases of Lyme disease increases more Americans had outside, but also the diagnoses may be missed. Some symptoms of Cove in 19 and Lyme disease overlap can be low grade fever. We can see Malays fatigue, muscle aches and headaches in both both diseases. Dr. Shannon Dulaney, with the lime and Tick Borne Diseases Research Center at Columbia University, says both illnesses should be on doctors radar this tick season. Key differences are respiratory symptoms, those air associated with Corona virus and a bull's eye rash with Lyme disease. Although not all patients will get one, and a delayed diagnosis can lead to more serious complications with Lyme disease, it's very it's crucially important. Tohave early treatment. The CDC estimates 300,000 Americans contract Lyme disease annually and advises people to take precautions using approved insect repellant wear, light colored clothing, long sleeves and pants are best. Check yourself for ticks and take a shower soon as you get home. Thes air. Very crucial strategies in tick prevention Protecting Against Lyme disease while guarding against Cove in 19. Sarah Dahllof, NBC News.

Will COVID-19 lead to Lyme disease boom?

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The warrant for the man's arrest told a wrenching story. His wife was terminally ill, going through chemotherapy treatments for cancer and struggling with Lyme disease, her pain and anguish increasing to such a degree that they began to search for ways to end her life.

Lyme disease Coverage

Protection before the bite: How a new pill could keep you safe from tick-borne illnesses

Molecular 'warhead' from Duke Health targets bacterium which causes Lyme disease

Best insect repellants for protection from tick and mosquito-borne diseases

Will COVID-19 lead to Lyme disease boom?

She was terminally ill. Her husband held the gun to her head, police say