Lyme Disease Prevention for Families: Practical Advice, Products, and Tips from Sawyer
Lyme disease is a growing concern for families and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Cases appear to be increasing across the country due to the expanding tick populations, and it’s increasingly important to take steps to help keep your family safe. Fortunately, with the right knowledge, strategies, and products, it’s possible to reduce the risk of tick bites and Lyme disease more effectively than in the past. In that mission, one of your valuable allies is Sawyer, a trusted name in outdoor protection, offering reliable bug-repelling solutions that you can feel confident using. Here’s what you need to know:
Understanding the Risk: Why Lyme Disease Prevention Matters
Lyme disease is caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium, which is transmitted through the bites of infected black-legged (deer) ticks. If left untreated, it can potentially lead to symptoms like joint pain, fatigue, and, in some cases, neurological issues. Children may be particularly vulnerable since they often play in grassy or wooded areas where ticks tend to thrive.
Continue reading to learn more, written by the Miami Wire Staff.
March 27, 2025
Miami Wire Staff
Articles written by the Miami Wire staff.
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Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
A favorite of ultralight hikers, backpackers, bikers, and travelers, the Sawyer Squeeze filter is the gold standard in water filters for anyone concerned about weight and universal compatibility.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
In the morning before getting to the park, I applied insect repellent (Picaridin lotion by Sawyer).
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
A Sawyer Squeeze water filtration system that blows any other system out of the — say it with me — water.
Kutoka kwa kikosi
Mazungumzo ya Campfire na jamii yetu, kutoka kwa Wanachama wa Squad na Mabalozi kwa Washirika wa Brand na timu ya Sawyer.
