Maine Sees Record Lyme Disease Cases Amid Tick Expansion
Lyme disease cases in Maine have reached a new record, with 3,035 reported infections as of early December, surpassing last year's record. The Midcoast and Down East regions are experiencing particularly high rates, with some counties seeing rates triple over the past decade. Scientists are unsure why these areas are more affected, though climate change and milder winters may be contributing factors. Public health officials emphasize the importance of tick precautions and note that a Lyme vaccine is in development.