Lyme Disease & Babesiosis: Dangerous Tick Borne Diseases
![Checking for ticks after a walk in the woods is always a good idea and prevents a situation that leads to infection from Lyme Disease or Babesiosis. After a walk in the woods, check for ticks before getting in the car!](https://www.northshorekid.com/sites/default/files/styles/post_photo/public/stories/tick-borne_lyme_babesiosis.jpg?itok=TlZ89GDh)
If you spend any amount of time outdoors on the North Shore, you should be aware of ticks, where they live, how they feed and what to do if you find a tick on your body or biting into your skin. Prevention and immediate action are paramount tactics in keeping yourself, your pets and your family safe from serious infection.