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Seven methods for classifying Lyme disease risk in Canada show inconsistencies. Accurate surveillance is crucial for public health and preventing tick-borne illnesses from Ixodes scapularis and Borrelia burgdorferi.

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  • Veterinary Entomology
  • Infectious Diseases

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  • Lyme disease risk is increasing in Canada due to the expanding range of the blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis) and the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi.
  • Current federal and provincial methods for assessing Lyme disease risk vary, complicating regional comparisons and public health communication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare seven distinct Canadian methodologies for classifying Lyme disease risk.
  • To evaluate the strengths and limitations of each method in assessing Ixodes scapularis and Borrelia burgdorferi risk.

Main Methods:

  • Applied seven risk classification methodologies to active surveillance data from Ontario.
  • Calculated per cent agreement and kappa statistics to quantify consistency between methodologies.

Main Results:

  • Methodologies differed in their assessment of Ixodes scapularis and Borrelia burgdorferi risk based on surveillance techniques, data types, and laboratory confirmation.
  • Significant inconsistencies were found between 8 out of 15 methodology pairings, indicating substantial variation in risk assessment.
  • Most initial risk site classifications remained consistent over time.

Conclusions:

  • Existing Lyme disease risk assessment methodologies in Canada exhibit significant inconsistencies.
  • Standardized and accurate surveillance is essential for effective Lyme disease risk communication and prevention of tick-borne diseases.