Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

You comment makes it sound like the worst part of Lyme disease is the anxiety over having to check for ticks. This is inaccurate - preventing 3/4 of Lyme infections is a massive net win.

Lyme disease can be horrible. The value is in vaccine is to prevent most cases, not to eliminate the annoying tick checks.



Consider applying for YC's Fall 2026 batch! Applications are open till July 27.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: