CNY Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Alliance
The Alliance is a collaborative of providers, scientists and community members who support research, drive education and promote awareness to combat tick-borne diseases.
❄️ Think ticks disappear in winter? Think again!
With today being an unusually warm December day here in Central New York, it’s a good reminder that ticks do not die off once winter begins.
Adult deer ticks don’t hibernate. When temperatures rise above freezing — even briefly — ticks can become active and seek a host. They survive cold months by sheltering under leaf litter or snow and can emerge when conditions allow, which means tick encounters are possible year-round.
As long as temperatures climb above freezing, it’s still important to:
✔️ Do tick checks after outdoor activities
✔️ Check kids and pets
✔️ Stay aware, even in winter
Awareness doesn’t stop when the seasons change — and neither do ticks. 💚
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Lyme disease doesn’t look the same for everyone. 💚
While it’s often grouped into these three stages, symptoms can overlap, appear differently, or never follow a textbook timeline. This post highlights common symptoms seen at each stage — especially those people should be aware of — but it’s far from a complete list.
Late disseminated Lyme, in particular, can present with a wide range of symptoms. Staying informed helps people recognize changes early and advocate for their health!
#lymediseaseawareness #ticks #TickAwareness #tickprevention #lymewarrior #lymeawareness #LymeDisease #LymeAwareness #Ticks #lymedisease #TickBorneDisease #CNYLymeAlliance
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With the recent tragic news of the first documented death from Alpha-Gal Syndrome — an allergy to red meat and other animal products triggered by the bite of a lone star tick — we’re turning to one of the nation’s leading experts to explain the basics.
Dr. Eleanor Saunders, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, breaks down what Alpha-Gal Syndrome is, the symptoms to watch for, and how it’s diagnosed.
Stay tuned for more clips from the 2025 Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Summit featuring top experts on ticks and the diseases they transmit. 💚
#LymeDisease #tickprevention #lymedisease #TickAwareness #lymeawareness #alphagalsyndrome #Ticks #LymeAwareness #ticks #lymediseaseawareness #lymewarrior #AGS
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