Episode 528: Fight the Bite: Dr. Tracey Gaslin on Protecting Kids from Tick-Borne Illness at Camp
In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Tracey Gaslin, a dual-certified Pediatric and Family Nurse Practitioner and the CEO of the Alliance for Camp Health (ACH). Dr. Gaslin leads the Fight the Bite initiative, a national campaign designed to prevent Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses through science-based public health education.
She discusses how camps—often overlooked as public health allies—can play a critical role in early detection, prevention, and education for tick-borne disease. With over 3,500 staff trained and 25,000 kids protected, this conversation is packed with insights and action steps for caregivers, clinicians, and camp professionals alike.
🎙️ About Our Guest: Dr. Tracey Gaslin
- Dual-certified Pediatric and Family Nurse Practitioner
- PhD in Educational & Organizational Leadership
- CEO of Alliance for Camp Health (ACH)
- National leader in pediatric care and camp-based health safety
- Program lead for the Fight the Bite Initiative, a partnership with SC Johnson
🏕️ What You’ll Learn
- Why tick-borne illness prevention must start before symptoms appear
- How ACH and SC Johnson are transforming summer camps into frontline health defenders
- The science behind prevention and the blind spots in current clinical models
- How parents, educators, and camp staff can be empowered—not panicked—by prevention tools
- Real-world strategies to protect kids in outdoor settings
Join the Movement
Together, we can reduce Lyme disease risk through community action and smart prevention. Whether you're a camp director, healthcare provider, or concerned parent, this episode will empower you to fight the bite—starting today.