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Tickborne Disease Prevention Program

The Ridgefield Health Department's Tickborne Disease Prevention Program, led by Community Coordinator Jennifer Reid, provides a science-based approach to combatting Lyme disease. Utilizing the Health Belief Model, this affordable and reproducible program focuses on early symptom identification and prevention. Participants learn practical tips presented in a memorable acronym, B.A.T.H.S., promoting actions like checking for ticks and using repellents. Engaging the community, everyone's contribution is vital in becoming a Lymefighter and ensuring a safer outdoor environment.

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Tickborne Disease Prevention Program

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  1. Tickborne Disease Prevention Program Ridgefield Health Department Ridgefield, Connecticut Jennifer Reid Community Coordinator

  2. Community Prevention and Early Symptom Identification Program • Based on science • Health Belief Model • Affordable • Reproducible • Easy to understand and remember • Maximize marketing opportunities • Make it fun

  3. Easy to remember acronym B athe or shower soon after coming indoors L ook for ticks and remove with tweezers A pply repellents for skin and/or clothing S pray the perimeter of your yard for ticks T reat your pets

  4. Everyone in the community can be a Lymefighter

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