After the singer Justin Timberlake shared that he's been diagnosed with Lyme disease and is struggling with symptoms such as nerve pain, fatigue, and general sickness, online interest in the disease has spiked in California state, with search terms related to the disease topping the charts on Google Trends.

Timberlake, 44, revealed his diagnosis in an Instagram post on July 31, following criticism from fans that he seemed not to be giving his all during performances on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour.

While Lyme disease is most common in the upper Midwest, mid-Atlantic, and Northeast regions of the U.S., California sees reported cases every year.

Here's what you should know about Lyme disease and its prevalence in the state.

What is Lyme disease?

Lyme disease is caused by the bac

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