There have been over 17,000 reported cases of Lyme Disease across Canada between 2009 and 2022.
As the seasons transition, nature enthusiasts are increasingly drawn to the great outdoors to enjoy all the beauty and tranquility it offers.
Lyme disease, a potentially serious illness, is caused by a bacterium known as Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. These tiny yet stealthy creatures can be found lurking in grassy areas, wooded forests, and even urban parks, posing a hidden threat to anyone venturing into their habitat.
By the numbers: The agency says there have been over 17,000 reported cases of Lyme Disease across Canada between 2009 and 2022. What's more, there were 1,707 cases in Ontario alone in 2021 with 87 hospitalizations. It is essential to note that not all blacklegged ticks carry the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease. The infection occurs when these ticks feed on infected animals, such as deer, birds, and rodents like white-footed mice and chipmunks. Subsequently, ticks can transmit the bacteria to people and other animals when they remain attached for at least 24 hours during their feeding process.
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