How to Protect Against Ticks and Lyme Disease
From Health Matters by NewYork-Presbyterian
June 3, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 128
About this episode
Experts discuss Lyme disease, its symptoms, prevention, and treatment related to tick bites.
Dr. Laura Kirkman, an adult infectious disease physician and scientist, and Dr. Karen Acker, a pediatric infectious disease physician and epidemiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital of Children’s Hospital of New York, explain how ticks spread Lyme disease and when you should be concerned about a tick bite. They break down how Lyme disease develops, the symptoms to watch for, and how to prevent and treat infections early—so you can safely enjoy the outdoors. The experts also share information about the lone star tick and meat allergy.
People in this episode
Guests: Dr. Laura Kirkman, Dr. Karen Acker
Topics covered
- Lyme disease
- tick bites
- outdoor safety
- infectious diseases
- pediatric health
Keywords
- Lyme disease
- ticks
- infection prevention
- outdoor safety
- meat allergy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NewYork-Presbyterian
Places: NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital of New York
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