Lyme Disease Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Among Surveyed Clinicians in Western North Carolina, 2022–2023

Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases 2026

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Authors: Peyton K. Pretsch, Poulomi Rudrappa, Katherine Tyrlik-Olk, Dana Giandomenico, Ross M. Boyce
DOI: 10.1177/15303667261453194
Cited by: 1
References: 9

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Lyme disease has expanded into western North Carolina. We sought to document knowledge, attitudes, and practices among clinicians in this region. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A survey was administered to clinicians in western North Carolina. Frequencies summarized Lyme-related care. Fisher's exact test compared low-knowledge items (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Vector-borne infectious diseases Parasites and Host Interactions Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Pages
15303667261453194–15303667261453194
Publication date
23 May 2026
Language
EN