The CDC has indicated the highest tick population in more than ten years within the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, and upper Midwest regions, with Lyme disease rising sharply in nine states: Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Maine. If not addressed, Lyme disease can lead to arthritis, heart issues, extreme fatigue, and neurological harm. Only 70% of cases show the typical bullseye rash, which means numerous Americans may overlook the diagnosis. Administering antibiotics early is very effective; however, treatment later on may not always yield the same results.