Tick Talk- Lyme and other tickborne illnesses with Dr. Jeff Holmes

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jeff Holmes, an expert in tick-borne illnesses, reveals essential insights about Lyme disease and its co-infections. He emphasizes the crucial window for antibiotic treatment after a tick bite and the complex decision-making involved in treatment protocols. The conversation also covers diagnosing Rocky Mountain spotted fever, understanding its symptoms, and the importance of geographic prevalence. Holmes debunks common myths on tick removal, urging proper techniques to mitigate health risks.