Elevate Awareness throughout the month of May!
Join us in supporting our growing community of people affected by Lyme and other TBDs in Colorado, their family members, caregivers and friends, as well as those that have not yet been impacted by these diseases.
- Post & share your experience with Lyme & TBDs/Conditions via social media platforms and tag us @coloradoticks #FACESOFLYMEINCO #COLORADOTICKS throughout May!
- View, post & share COTBDAA prevention resources to prevent tick bites
- Wear green throughout the month of May; tie a green ribbon around a tree, a mailbox, a light post, car bumper; write a letter to your representatives or local newspaper.
- Ask your local community government officials for a proclamation in May for Lyme & Other Tick-borne Diseases/Conditions Awareness Month.
Lyme & COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has created increased challenges for everyone. And although case numbers for COVID are decreasing, that is not the case for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases/conditions. With warming weather, more people are spending more time outdoors and unfortunately, ticks are still not social distancing!
Many initial tick-borne disease symptoms are flu-like and may not be readily recognized, especially in light of similar symptoms found with COVID-19, and other flulike illnesses. Access to medical care providers experienced with diagnosing Lyme and other tick-borne diseases has always been challenging, and now more than ever in many communities. With an estimated 476,000 new cases of Lyme disease expected this year, now is the time to increase awareness and practice prevention!
Give the Gift of Awareness!
Direct others to COTBDAA and to our Community Partners for valuable resources to help educate friends, family and communities throughout Colorado and beyond!
Make a small donation in support of COTBDAA: Donate here!
Additional Resources
COTBDAA Community Partners provide a wealth of information, resources and services to help keep you informed, healthy and protected.