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Powassan Virus Surges in the U.S.; Tick Bites Can Transmit in Minutes
science10 days ago

Powassan Virus Surges in the U.S.; Tick Bites Can Transmit in Minutes

A tick-borne Powassan virus is rising in the United States, especially in the Northeast and Great Lakes. It can be transmitted to humans in as little as 15 minutes after a bite, and there are no vaccines or proven medicines to prevent or treat it. Carried by groundhog, squirrel, and deer ticks, the virus can cause severe illness like encephalitis or meningitis in some cases. Prevention centers on avoiding ticks through repellents, permethrin-treated clothing, checking for ticks after outdoor exposure, and reducing tick habitats around homes.

via Yahoo|
#deer-tick#encephalitis#meningitis
Powassan Tick Virus Is Rising in the U.S., with Transmission Possible in Minutes
science11 days ago

Powassan Tick Virus Is Rising in the U.S., with Transmission Possible in Minutes

Powassan virus, carried by ticks such as the groundhog tick, squirrel tick, and blacklegged (deer) tick, is on the rise in the United States, especially in the Northeast and Great Lakes regions. There are no vaccines or medicines to prevent or treat the infection, and the virus can be transmitted to humans in as little as 15 minutes after a tick bite. Most cases may not show symptoms, but serious outcomes can include encephalitis or meningitis. Prevention hinges on avoiding ticks, using repellents, checking for ticks after outdoor activities, and treating clothing with permethrin.

via Yahoo News Canada|
#deer-tick#encephalitis#meningitis
Tick Surge in Maine: Deer and Dog Ticks Invade Backyards and Play Areas
health1 month ago

Tick Surge in Maine: Deer and Dog Ticks Invade Backyards and Play Areas

Maine residents are seeing a surge of deer ticks and dog ticks, now in the adult stage, in backyards, on hikes, porches, and even playground equipment. A public health entomologist notes the uptick is because both major tick species are in their adult life cycle, prompting vigilance for outdoor activity and tick exposure.

via Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram|
#deer-tick#dog-tick#health
Belmont County Tops Ohio Lyme Risk as Tick Hotspots Spread
health1 month ago

Belmont County Tops Ohio Lyme Risk as Tick Hotspots Spread

Ohio is seeing a rising tick population across several counties, with the black‑legged deer tick, Lone Star tick, and American dog tick spreading Lyme disease and other illnesses. Belmont County reports the most Lyme disease cases in 2026, followed by Jefferson, Licking, Muskingum, and Tuscarawas counties. Outdoorsers should take precautions—wear long clothing, use DEET, stay on trails, perform full-body tick checks, and remove ticks promptly (within 24 hours) to lower infection risk.

via WorldAtlas|
#belmont-county#deer-tick#health