Tick-Borne Disease – What You Need to Know

Hampton Bays Public Library
52 Ponquogue Avenue
Hampton Bays, NY 11946

Contact: Hampton Bays Public Library
Phone: (631) 728-6241

Description

Chances are that you, or someone you know, has been diagnosed with Lyme or another tick-borne disease. Jerry Simons, RPA-C, a Physician Assistant who practices at East Hampton Family Medicine, and who is a member of the Medical Advisory Panel of Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center, will speak about the types of diseases that are carried by the different species of ticks found on Eastern Long Island, and the symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment options that are available. Tips on preventing tick bites will also be shared. Each attendee will receive a free tick removal kit. There will be ample time for Q&A. For more information, and to reserve your seat, please call (631) 728-6241.