Tick-borne Diseases

Tick-borne illnesses like Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever can cause serious health issues. Our infectious disease program makes treatment referrals for tick-borne illnesses and provides education to the public and community groups about how to avoid tick bites, signs and symptoms of tick-borne illnesses, and what to do if you’ve been bitten.

For more information or assistance, please contact:

Talbot County Health Department

510 Cadmus Lane
Easton, MD 21601

Phone: (410) 819-5600

Resources:

• Take actions to prevent tick bites
• Learn how to remove a tick properly
• Recognize signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease