
Madison County Confirms Rare Powassan Virus Infection in Adult Male
Madison County health officials confirmed a rare Powassan virus infection in an adult male resident who tested positive on Monday. The patient is currently recovering at home. The county emphasized that the virus, transmitted by blacklegged ticks, can be fatal and has no vaccine or specific treatment. Health director Eric Faisst warned that ticks remain active as long as temperatures stay above freezing, urging residents to maintain strict prevention measures despite cooler weather.













