From the article: Lyme Disease Is On The Rise Again; Here’s How To Prevent It
Black-legged ticks, also known as deer ticks, can carry Lyme disease.Black-legged ticks, also known as deer ticks, can carry Lyme disease.
The tick-borne illness is spreading north and south — about 300,000 U.S. cases a year. As scientists work on better diagnostic tests and surveillance tools, you can take steps to cut your risk.