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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the US government plans to launch an aggressive campaign against Lyme disease, including relaunching testing and treatment efforts and advancing AI tools for early detection, amid ongoing debates and conspiracy theories about the disease's origins and severity.
Danielle Jonas, wife of Kevin Jonas, revealed she has Lyme disease, which caused her hair loss and eczema, but she now has her symptoms under control. The diagnosis was initially overlooked by doctors, but a biopsy confirmed the bacterial infection transmitted by ticks. She joins a list of celebrities who have dealt with Lyme disease.
An Illinois resident has become seriously ill from the Powassan virus, a tick-borne disease not previously reported in the state, prompting increased surveillance and public health warnings about tick bite prevention.
Residents of Martha’s Vineyard are adopting vegan diets and altering their social habits due to a surge in tick-borne alpha-gal syndrome, which causes severe allergic reactions to red meat and dairy after tick bites, leading to a rise in plant-based eating and menu modifications on the island.
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.
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.
Justin Timberlake revealed he has been battling Lyme disease, describing it as 'relentlessly debilitating,' which caused him to reschedule tour dates and consider stopping his tour, but he chose to continue performing and hopes to raise awareness about the disease.
A Maine resident in Hancock County has tested positive for Powassan virus, marking the first confirmed case in the state this year, alongside a West Nile virus case in a bird; health officials advise using protective clothing and bug spray to prevent tick and mosquito bites, especially during summer.
Experts warn that babesiosis, a parasitic tick-borne disease, is spreading southward into Virginia, with cases rising due to the migration of the northern blacklegged tick. Although still less common than Lyme disease, babesiosis poses serious health risks, especially to immunocompromised individuals, and awareness among medical professionals and the public is crucial for prevention and early diagnosis.
A study reports that babesiosis, a rare tick-borne illness traditionally found in the Northeast, is spreading southward, with Maryland's Baltimore region becoming a hotspot for cases and infected ticks.
A Tennessee veterinarian has diagnosed two dogs in the Arlington area with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, a potentially fatal tick-borne illness. Despite preventative measures, one of the affected dogs, a golden retriever named Stella, experienced severe symptoms but is now recovering. The veterinarian warns that the disease is a significant health concern in Tennessee and urges pet owners to maintain tick and flea prevention measures.
The CDC has issued a disease alert after several cases of Rocky Mountain spotted fever, a tick-borne illness, were reported in Southern California. Five people, including four minors, have been hospitalized, with three deaths. The disease often goes undiagnosed due to its early symptoms being mistaken for common ailments. The CDC recommends treating anyone who has been to northern Mexico recently and exhibits symptoms with the antibiotic doxycycline, without waiting for test results. Rocky Mountain spotted fever is endemic in parts of northern Mexico and the southwestern US, with a higher fatality rate in Mexico compared to the US.
Maryland has reported its first travel-related death from Powassan, a rare tick-borne virus. The individual contracted the illness in Canada and later returned to Maryland. Powassan is spread through infected tick bites and is not transmissible between people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported an increase in cases in recent years, with a total of 28 confirmed cases in 2023 across nine states. Maryland's case is not yet included in the CDC data.
Maryland has reported its first-ever case and death due to the Powassan virus, a rare tick-borne illness. The patient contracted the virus in Canada and later died in Maryland. The Powassan virus is spread through tick bites and is most commonly found in the Northeast and Great Lakes region. The virus cannot be transmitted from person to person, and there are currently no vaccines or medicines to prevent or treat the disease. Officials advise avoiding tick-infested areas and checking for ticks after being in such areas.
The Maryland Department of Health has reported the first-ever death caused by the Powassan virus in the state. The individual contracted the virus in Canada and subsequently returned to Maryland. Powassan is a rare tick-borne illness that is not transmitted from person to person, except in rare cases through blood transfusion. The Department does not believe there is a threat of local transmission in Maryland but urges caution and good tick-bite prevention practices. The Powassan virus can cause severe disease, including encephalitis and meningitis. The Department is launching a campaign to raise awareness and provide resources for tick-bite prevention.