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Illinois Parks Among U.S. Tick-Bite Risk Hotspots as Alpha-Gal Syndrome Cases Rise
health-and-wellness3 days ago

Illinois Parks Among U.S. Tick-Bite Risk Hotspots as Alpha-Gal Syndrome Cases Rise

Two Illinois state parks—Starved Rock and Mississippi Palisades—rank among the highest U.S. tick-borne illness risk sites per World Atlas, due to dense woods and heavy visitation. Health experts warn of a rising alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy linked to bites from the lone star tick; CDC estimates over 110,000 suspected AGS cases (2010–2022) with up to about 450,000 affected when underreporting is considered, and Illinois health officials note increasing case reports as awareness grows.

via NBC 5 Chicago|
#alpha-gal-syndrome#health-and-wellness#lone-star-tick
Martha's Vineyard Hosts First-of-Its-Kind Alpha-Gal Allergy Study
health10 days ago

Martha's Vineyard Hosts First-of-Its-Kind Alpha-Gal Allergy Study

Mass General Brigham’s Martha’s Vineyard Hospital will enroll up to 300 island residents who have been bitten by a lone-star tick in a two-year study to understand which people develop alpha-gal syndrome, what risk factors exist, and how the immune system changes over time, with hopes of informing diagnosis, prevention and potential treatments.

via The Boston Globe|
#allergy-research#alpha-gal-syndrome#health
Green Lakes Named Second on National Tick-Borne Illness Concern List
local13 days ago

Green Lakes Named Second on National Tick-Borne Illness Concern List

Green Lakes in Fayetteville, NY, ranked No. 2 on WorldAtlas’s national tick-borne illness concerns list—a ranking built from regional Lyme disease data, research and firsthand reports, not park-specific case counts. New York Lyme cases are rising (nearly 23,000 statewide last year, excluding NYC). Health officials urge routine tick checks before and after outdoor time, use of repellents and light-colored clothing, and checking children and pets; biologist Dave Knable notes his brother’s Lyme disease and discusses protecting his dog with a preventive collar, while NY Health Commissioner Dr. Jim McDonald stresses prevention before illness.

via WSTM|
#green-lakes#local#lyme-disease
Long Island Tularemia Cases Prompt Tick-Borne Warning Near NYC
health1 month ago

Long Island Tularemia Cases Prompt Tick-Borne Warning Near NYC

Suffolk County officials report three probable tularemia cases on Long Island this year, including a 9-year-old bitten by a tick; the rare disease, caused by Francisella tularensis, is zoonotic and can spread from animals to humans. Transmission occurs via ticks and deer flies, contact with infected wildlife, or contaminated water, with symptoms varying by infection site. While still uncommon, CDC data suggest rising reported cases due to improved detection (PCR) and awareness. Treatment is antibiotics and there is no vaccine. Those who hunt or interact with rabbits should seek medical care if symptoms develop.

via Fox News|
#health#long-island#public-health
New York Sees First Bourbon Virus Case, Highlighting Hidden Tick Danger
health1 month ago

New York Sees First Bourbon Virus Case, Highlighting Hidden Tick Danger

A Long Island man’s 2021 tick bite led to the first identified Bourbon virus case in New York, diagnosed in 2026 after years of debilitating symptoms and an initial misdiagnosis as Lyme disease. Bourbon virus is rare and untreatable, with limited testing and only a few confirmed cases and deaths historically. There is no vaccine or specific cure; patients receive supportive care, and prevention hinges on avoiding tick bites and tick-proofing outdoor spaces. The case underscores that Bourbon virus may be underdiagnosed in regions with dense Lone Star tick populations.

via USA Today|
#bourbon-virus#cdc#health
Powassan virus spikes to record US cases, with rapid transmission and no vaccine
health2 months ago

Powassan virus spikes to record US cases, with rapid transmission and no vaccine

Powassan virus, a rare tick-borne illness with no vaccine, has surged to a record high in the United States (76 diagnosed in 2025). The virus can be transmitted in as little as 15 minutes after a tick bite, can cause severe neurological complications, and currently has no specific treatment or vaccine, making prevention (tick bite avoidance) crucial—especially for children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.

via Yahoo|
#health#no-vaccine#powassan-virus
Tick Tide Shapes Martha’s Vineyard’s Health and Hospitality
health2 months ago

Tick Tide Shapes Martha’s Vineyard’s Health and Hospitality

Ticks and tick-borne illnesses are rising on Martha’s Vineyard, prompting healthcare workers to emphasize prevention and balanced public messaging to avoid scaring away visitors. The community, including the Chamber of Commerce and local restaurants, is adapting with tick-prevention practices, alpha-gal-safe menus, and education programs to keep tourism and daily life safe and sustainable.

via The Vineyard Gazette|
#alpha-gal-syndrome#health#marthas-vineyard
Lyme battle in New Jersey prompts a family to warn others
health6 months ago

Lyme battle in New Jersey prompts a family to warn others

A New Jersey man, Mike Gallagher, continues to struggle with lingering neurological symptoms from Lyme disease, unable to use his arms or play his guitar, prompting his community to hold a benefit concert to fund his ongoing treatment. Experts say rising tick populations in the Northeastern U.S.—driven by warmer temperatures—are increasing Lyme disease risk, underscoring prevention measures (protective clothing, repellents, tick checks) while scientists work on vaccines.

via Yahoo|
#health#lyme-disease#new-jersey
Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod Investigate Rare Tick-Borne Virus Cases
health1 year ago

Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod Investigate Rare Tick-Borne Virus Cases

A rare case of Powassan virus has been diagnosed in a one-month-old infant on Martha's Vineyard, making her the youngest known patient to contract the virus. The virus was transmitted through a tick bite, leading to severe health issues including brain damage and seizures. The family is urging caution and tick prevention, as there is no cure or vaccine for Powassan, which can be transmitted within 15 minutes of a tick bite. The community has rallied to support the family financially and emotionally.

via The Vineyard Gazette|
#health#infant-case#marthas-vineyard