By Rosalind Russell – Public Health Sudbury & District says a resident has tested positive for Lyme disease.
Officials say it is the first locally acquired human case reported to the agency this year.
They add Lyme disease occurs when a person is bit by a tick carrying the Lyme disease bacterium.
The health unit is reminding everyone to check for ticks immediately after activities like gardening or hiking.
Call 705.522.9200, ext. 464 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200) or visit phsd.ca.
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