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The Staten Island office of Borough President James Oddo will offer a public information seminar on Lyme disease. This event is open to all, and will provide useful information on how to avoid tics and Lyme disease.

BP Oddo and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will co-sponsor a free Lyme Disease Awareness Forum on Monday, August 15th from 7:00pm - 8:30pm at the Bernikow JCC (1466 Manor Road).

At this forum, physicians and scientists will present important information about Lyme disease and the black-legged ticks that are vectors for the disease. DOHMH staff will also provide statistical updates on the incidence of Lyme disease cases in New York City and will answer questions pertaining to tick precautions and removal. The New York City Parks' Urban Park Rangers will host an education station, with specimens and informative materials. The Staten Island Museum will also present a natural sciences exhibit.Topics discussed at the event will include basic facts about Lyme disease, symptoms and health impacts, public safety tips, precautions when exploring natural areas and do's and don'ts on tick removal.

To RSVP for the event, call Renee Sarno at 718-816-2133 or email RSarno@statenislandusa.com.

Venue:  Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY

Go here for more information about Lyme disease on Staten Island.