Ticked Off: An Epidemiologist’s Take on Our Tick Problem
Ticked Off: An Epidemiologist’s Take on Our Tick Problem
Part IV of our “Ticks on the Vineyard: What We Know” Online Information Series
Ticks are more than just a nuisance—they’re driving a growing public health challenge on Martha’s Vineyard. In this data-driven, locally grounded presentation, infectious disease epidemiologist Lea Hamner, MPH, explores current tick-borne disease trends on the Island, including Lyme disease, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and emerging concerns such as Alpha-gal Syndrome.
Drawing on local case data, tick surveillance, and public health insights, Lea explains how and where these diseases are appearing, who is most at risk, and which prevention and early treatment strategies are most effective. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, outdoor worker, or concerned resident, this talk offers actionable information to help protect both individual and community health.
A Q&A will follow.
[Please note: This is an online program]
Admission: $10 per participant. Registered attendees will receive a link to join by email before the program begins.
DETAILS
| Date | February 3, 2026 |
|---|---|
| From | 5:00 pm |
| To | 6:00 pm |
| Type | Talk |
| Venue | Live on Zoom |