Two Maine residents recently contracted a rare virus transmitted primarily through deer tick bites, prompting state officials to urge Mainers to be cautious and vigilant while outdoors.
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that it had been notified about two cases of the Powassan virus, sometimes called the deer tick virus. Both people were hospitalized with encephalitis in late April but have since been released and are recovering.
“Powassan, although rare, can be serious so it is important to be aware of your surroundings and take steps to avoid being bitten by ticks,” state epidemiologist Dr. Siiri Bennett said in a statement. “Ticks are found in wooded and bushy areas so use caution if you go into these areas.”
Click here to read more.
Source: Press Herald
Latest from Pest Control Technology
- Bug Busters Expands Service Footprint with New Georgia Branch
- Rodents Can Find Refuge from the Cold in Unused Vehicles
- Natasha Wright Discusses Winter Rodent Habits
- Truly Nolen Promotes Harush, Alvare
- Fleetio Report Finds 53.3% of Fleets Researching or Piloting AI Capabilities
- TRUCE Software Secures Series B Funding
- Richard Spencer Reviews Safety Standards and Training for Technicians
- Kimberly Camera, Canine Team are Hot on Rodent Trails
