# Visuals, numbers can shape perceptions of Lyme disease risk

Source: [Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-11-visuals-perceptions-lyme-disease.html) · 2026-11-10 · Medicine
Page: https://themorning.science/story/visuals-numbers-can-shape-perceptions-of-lyme-disease-risk-a887844dfe777c1f
Kind: research · Impact: low

## In brief

- New research co-authored by a Florida State University professor finds infographics can influence how people perceive Lyme disease risk.
- The research indicates such visuals may encourage people to take preventive measures against Lyme disease.
- The story was reported by Medical Xpress on 2026-11-10.

## Why it matters

Science communicators and public health agencies can use visual formats to shape how audiences perceive tick-borne disease risk and motivate protective behaviour.

## Timeline

- 2026-11-10: Research on infographics and Lyme disease risk perception reported by Medical Xpress

## Coverage

- [Visuals, numbers can shape perceptions of Lyme disease risk](https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-11-visuals-perceptions-lyme-disease.html) — Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories, 2026-11-10

Tags: lyme disease, risk perception, infographics, science communication, public health

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