Which of the following diseases is likely to increase in incidence if global warming continues unabated?

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Lyme disease is a tick-borne disease that has been shown to increase in incidence as the climate warms, as the tick populations expand their habitat range. In fact, the incidence of Lyme disease has already increased in many parts of North America and Europe in recent years, and is expected to continue rising. Streptococcal pharyngitis, syphilis, gonorrhea, and hepatitis B are not strongly influenced by climate.

Which of the Following Diseases Is Likely to Increase in Incidence