Publications by authors named "M Wildner"
Ticks Tick Borne Dis
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Lyme borreliosis (LB) is the most prevalent tick-borne disease in Germany, with a reported average of 34.3 cases per 100,000 people in Bavaria from 2013 to 2020, though true numbers are likely higher due to underreporting.
- A questionnaire study was conducted with 377 participants, including 300 adults/adolescents and 77 children, to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding tick-borne diseases and protective measures, revealing that many were misinformed about tick risks and available prevention methods.
- Despite recognizing effective protection practices like wearing long clothes and checking for ticks, many participants applied these measures infrequently, indicating a disconnect between knowledge and actual preventive behavior that could
