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title: "Education Program on May 11: Your Child Is At Risk. And So Are You."
description: Lyme and other tick-borne diseases are on the rise. Scientists predict there will be an abundance of infected ticks resulting in an increase of Lyme diseas
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# [Education Program on May 11: Your Child Is At Risk. And So Are You.](https://www.globallymealliance.org/get-involved/gla-events/education-program-child-risk)

 Written by [Global Lyme Alliance](https://www.globallymealliance.org/get-involved/gla-events/author/glalyme) | Apr 4, 2017 4:00:00 AM

Lyme and other tick-borne diseases are on the rise. Scientists predict there will be an abundance of infected ticks resulting in an increase of Lyme disease this year. Lyme disease and co-infections can have a devastating impact on children, adolescents, and adults. It often goes undiagnosed or is misdiagnosed, leading to a series of challenges for people who are suffering from this disease. Join Global Lyme Alliance and our panel of experts; we will discuss the signs and symptoms of these diseases, their impact on children and adults, and important prevention strategies. This is a free educational program.

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