Gov. Corbett signs Lyme prevention bill

Pictured in the first row from left are: Peter Wagner, Senator Stewart Greenleaf (Sponsor of the Senate bill), Governor Tom Corbett, Representative Matt Baker (Sponsor of the House bill), Sean Robinson, Lisa Gaffney, Josie Gaffney, and Kelly Locy. Second row from left: Sarah Wagner, Eric Pauley (Executive Assistant, Senator Greenleaf’s office), Julia Wagner (President PA Lyme Resource Network),...

Dinniman-backed Lyme bill awaits Corbett’s signature

The Eastern Deer Tick, the source of Lyme Disease in Chester County. WEST CHESTER – State Senator Andy Dinniman announced friday that Senate Bill 177, the Lyme and Related Tick-Borne Disease Surveillance, Education and Prevention and Treatment Act, has been approved by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and now awaits Gov. Tom Corbett’s signature. Dinniman, a co-sponsor of the legislation, said...

Tips to avoid ticks, mosquitos, summer woes

County Health Department urges residents to take safety precautions The Chester County Health Department recommends creating a barrier of mulch or wood chips between woods and yards to reduce the risk of ticks. With summer in full swing, the Chester County Health Department wants to remind residents to take precautions inside and outside the home to avoid injuries and insect-borne diseases. West...