Vineyard Health Officials Probe Powassan Virus Case
Vineyard health officials are investigating a rare case of Powassan virus, a potentially deadly tick-borne disease that can cause severe neurological issues, with only one previous case on the Island in the past 20 years. The virus is transmitted quickly by deer ticks, which are active from May to July, and there is no specific treatment. Preventative measures such as protective clothing and tick checks are strongly recommended, especially during peak tick activity.
