Camille Gagnon-Larivière Stagiaire en communication LYME DISEASE Camille Gagnon-Larivière Stagiaire en communication

RECOGNISING LYME DISEASE An infectious disease caused by bacteria transmitted by tick bites. Symptoms: Redness Fatigue Fever Headache Stiffness in the neck Muscle and joint pain If you have the following symptoms, call Info-Santé at 8-1-1 or consult a doctor Lyme disease is treatable! 2

Neurological problems Complications Joint problems Heart problems Neurological problems 3

Note: Following the 2014 legislative changes, the Brome-Missisquoi and Haute-Yamaska LSN’s (local service networks) were transferred from the Montérégie to the Eastern Townships. 4

Regions at risk RLS= LSN (local service network Cases of Lyme Disease diagnosed in the Estrie region between 2014-2016 based on clients address (n=157) Red dot indicates where Lyme disease cases have been confirmed Dark highlights indicate the LSN zones Light highlights indicate the municipalities *Approximately 90% of these cases are located in Quebec and the majority in Estrie near the clients residence. 5 RLS = Réseau local de service

How to recognize a Tick Shape Size Color Larve = Larva Nymphe = nymph 6

Areas of risk Forest (Woods) – Shrubs – Tall grasses 7 Source: Kirby C. Stafford III, Tick Management Handbook Source: Kirby C. Stafford III, Tick Management Handbook 7

Preventative measures May to October Long and light colored clothing Mosquito repellent (DEET ou icaridine) Stay on the trail Take a shower Inspect your body after a walk in risk areas 8

Pull gently without squishing How to remove a Tick Get a pair of tweezers Pull gently without squishing Wash the area that has been bitten as well as your hands Keep the Tick in a sealed container If concerned, call Info-Santé at 8-1-1 9

Take preventative measures Treatment Antibiotics Take preventative measures 10

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