Analyzing The Geographic Distribution of Lyme Disease In Relation To Climate Change

Authors: Salih Ali Alsalloum, Naif Ruwaydhan Olaiq AlRuwaydhan, Osamah Mousa Almutairi, Talal Hamad Ibrahim Alsalhi, Sami Suliman Saleh alateeq, Ahmed Abdullah Sharkh Alsharekh

DOI: https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11942678

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gtztbv

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Lyme disease is a vector-borne illness caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium and transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. The geographic distribution of Lyme disease is closely tied to climate change, as warmer temperatures and changing precipitation patterns impact the survival and spread of ticks and their animal hosts. This essay aims to analyze the relationship between the geographic distribution of Lyme disease and climate change by reviewing current literature on the topic. By understanding how climate change influences the spread of Lyme disease, we can better implement prevention and control measures to reduce the burden of this disease on human health.

Keywords: Lyme disease, climate change, geographic distribution, ticks, Borrelia burgdorferi

Paper Id: 230688

Published On: 2021-02-01

Published In: Volume 9, Issue 1, January-February 2021

Cite This: Analyzing The Geographic Distribution of Lyme Disease In Relation To Climate Change - Salih Ali Alsalloum, Naif Ruwaydhan Olaiq AlRuwaydhan, Osamah Mousa Almutairi, Talal Hamad Ibrahim Alsalhi, Sami Suliman Saleh alateeq, Ahmed Abdullah Sharkh Alsharekh - IJIRMPS Volume 9, Issue 1, January-February 2021. DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11942678

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