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Fig. 2

From: Development and validation of a behavioral index for adaptation to lyme disease

Fig. 2

Final model for the Lyme disease prevention index tested by confirmatory analysis. LDPB-1: Look into ways to prevent Lyme disease; LDPB-2: Wear clothes that cover more skin; LDPB-3: Tuck clothes when practicing outdoor activities; LDPB-4: Use bug repellent when outdoor; LDPB-5: Walk on cleared paths and trails, avoiding tall grass during outdoor activities; LDPB-6: Wear light-coloured clothing to make it easier to check for ticks during outdoor activities; LDPB-7: Examine body for ticks and remove them immediately after being outdoor; LDPB-8: Examine clothes and items to avoid bringing ticks into home after being outdoor; LDPB-9: Put clothes in the dryer for 6 minutes to eliminate ticks that may be there after being outdoor; LDPB-10: Increase frequency of lawn maintenance including mowing

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