Reducing
exposure to ticks is the best defense against Lyme disease
and other tick-borne infections. There are several approaches
you and your family can use to prevent and control Lyme disease.
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A Lyme disease vaccine is no longer available. The vaccine manufacturer discontinued production in 2002, citing insufficient consumer
demand. Protection provided by this vaccine diminishes over time. Therefore, if you received the Lyme disease vaccine before
2002, you are probably no longer protected against Lyme disease. |