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Scientists discover a surprising link between acorns and lyme disease
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Scientists discover a surprising link between acorns and lyme disease

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SCIENCEDAILY · ROCKVILLE — After more than 35 years of research, scientists have uncovered surprising clues about what really drives Lyme disease risk. Contrary to longstanding assumptions, deer populations appear less important than mice, which can fuel a 40% increase in tick numbers the following year. Even acorn production can predict tick…

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ScienceDaily
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Science
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09 November 2026 · 10:59 UTC
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09 November 2026 · 11:45 UTC
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/11/261106174518.htm
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