A heatwave is caused by a system of higher atmospheric pressure. In a high pressure system, air from upper levels of the atmosphere descends and rotates outward. As it comes down, it becomes compressed, which increases its temperature and dries it out.
Lyme disease: An inflammatory disease that is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted to humans by the deer tick. The first sign of Lyme disease is a red, circular, expanding rash, usually radiating from the tick bite, followed by flu-like symptoms and joint pains.
MAIN Health Diseases Lyme Disease. Lyme disease (sometimes mistakenly referred to as lime disease) is a disease carried by deer ticks which was first identified and diagnosed in Lyme, Connecticut. It sometimes produces a well-known bull's eye rash around the tick bite - but not always. It can be effectively treated with antibiotics in the early stages. However, if left untreated Lyme disease may result in a myriad of more serious symptoms.