Yes, I believe so as well, from the discussions I've had in the past with scientists, doctors, and such.
But we aren't doing any screening here in our blood supply and this is certainly going to be a question I'm going to ask on Thursday with Canadian Blood Services. I just wanted to get your thoughts on that.
Also, with regard to infected mothers passing on Lyme disease to their children, I have some notes here. It is a travesty, and I'm very sorry to hear that it has occurred in both your families, Sue and Jennifer.
I understand there is no science to prove that it is sexually transmitted. Perhaps I'll ask this as well, Dr. Lloyd. Can Lyme disease or any of its other types of relatives be transmitted through sexual activity?