Tick Talk: Lyme Prevention & Summer Wellness with Chesprocott Health District

In this episode, Lauren and Kelsey sit down with Public Health Nurse Emily Gomes, RN to tackle Lyme disease prevention and summer wellness tips. Learn how to spot and safely remove ticks, why they crawl instead of jump, and how long they need to be attached to transmit Lyme. Emily shares practical prevention strategies—from choosing the right clothing and repellents to protecting your pets year-round. Plus, we cover essential summer health reminders like staying hydrated, shielding your skin from the sun, and keeping mosquitoes at bay.