The Black Plague, ticks in jars, YouTube fame, and a special furry guest star! We sit down with area veterinarian and Knox County Board of Health member, Dr. Amanda Rogers, DVM, to talk about vector borne diseases and the rise of lyme disease in Knox County. We talk about herd immunity, what makes something a vector borne disease, signs and symptoms of lyme, prevention and treatment methods - in both people and animals. Listen to Dr. Rodgers blow our minds with some crazy facts on these tiny creatures that carry big diseases. For more information from this episode and to connect with KPH or your hosts, you can find us at KnoxHealth.com, Facebook, or Instagram.

Episode Links

NPR Black Plague Article

Ohio Department of Health Lead Page

Knox Public Health Tick Page

Dr. Rodger's YouTube Channel

Complete Care Animal Hospital website