Written answers
Thursday, 18 May 2017
Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
Disease Awareness
Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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186. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she will address a matter (details supplied) regarding Lyme disease. [23639/17]
Michael Ring (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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The presence of ticks, which are the main vector for the transmission of Lyme Disease and similar infections, is an issue throughout the countryside and is not confined to National Parks, Nature Reserves or designated lands. These ticks can be found on a variety of animals including mice, voles, hedgehogs, dogs, sheep, deer and horses. The National Parks and Wildlife Service websites and notice/info boards provide useful information and advice for members of the public intending to visit National Parks and Nature Reserves.Information on Lyme Disease is available from the HSE at
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