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Letter: Take precautions, stay aware of Lyme disease risk this summer

This photo provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick. (CDC via AP)

05202018 TICKS LYME DISEASE — This photo provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick. (CDC via AP)

My granddaughter was infected several years ago on a group camping trip. This was in spite of her mother’s presence and precautions (long sleeves, insect spray). She developed the rash associated with Lyme disease but her doctor in Florida did not think it warranted testing in spite of her mom’s urging