We recognize the danger Lyme disease and other tick borne diseases (ehrlichiosis) present to the general public of the state. We urge the State and County Health Departments to gather as much information as possible to educate the public as to prevention, signs and treatment of these diseases. We also pledge our support and help in gathering this information. ’06
      We request research by the University of Maryland to effectively eradicate the deer tick problem in order to reduce the incidence of Lyme disease throughout the state.
The State should maintain the highest level of Medivac service to ensure that rural counties have access to emergency medical care. ’08