The One Fly that Changed My Life - A Grass Cutting Incident

It was a beautiful summer day, and I had decided to do some yard work. As I was cutting the grass, I noticed a small fly buzzing around me. At first, I thought nothing of it and continued with my work.

But as I continued to cut the grass, the fly became more persistent. It kept buzzing around me, and I began to feel annoyed. I tried to shoo it away, but it kept coming back.

Finally, I decided to take a break and go inside. As I was washing my hands, I noticed a red mark on my arm. It was a small bite mark from the fly.

What I didn't know at the time was that this one fly was about to change my life.

• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were approximately 96,075 cases of Lyme disease reported in the United States in 2019.
• A study by the University of California, Davis, found that the number of Lyme disease cases in California had increased by 195% over the past decade.
• The cost of treating Lyme disease can range from $3,000 to $7,000, depending on the severity of the symptoms.

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How One Fly Changed My Life Forever - The Grass Cutting Incident

Conclusion

1. Always wear protective clothing when doing yard work.
2. Check yourself for ticks after spending time outdoors.
3. Don't underestimate the potential danger of a small insect.

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with Lyme disease after getting bitten by a tick while hiking in the woods. She experienced flu-like symptoms and joint pain for several weeks before seeking medical treatment.

Another friend of mine was bitten by a spider while gardening in her backyard. The bite became infected and she had to be hospitalized for several days.

Reference URLs and Hashtags

Reference URLs:

• https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/index.html
• https://health.ucdavis.edu/health-news/newsroom/lyme-disease-in-california-increased-195-percent-since-2004/2019/11
• https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lyme-disease/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20374655

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• #TickBites
• #InsectBites

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