New Case of Powassan Disease Confirmed; Experts Warn of Tick-Borne Virus As It Spreads Across U.S.

Medicine & Technology May 19, 2023

A resident in Maine was confirmed dead after being infected with Powassan virus which is spread by ticks. Read the article to learn more.

3rd Powassan Virus Death This Year Reported in the Connecticut; How Can This Tick-Borne Disease be Prevented?

Jun 09, 2022

The Connecticut health department reported the death of a woman from Powassan virus, the third death in the state this year. Read to know more about the virus.

Maine People, Visitors Urged to ‘Take Measures Now’ Due to Rising Cases of Brain-Infecting Disease Powassan

Apr 21, 2022

One person was reported dead in Maine due to infection from Powassan Virus. Read on and learn more about this brain-infecting disease spreading in the US.

Powassan Virus Detected 2 Cases in Connecticut: POWV Symptoms and How to Prevent Tick-Borne Virus

Jun 15, 2021

The health department confirmed early today two cases of Powassan virus or POWV after Connecticut residents tested positive for the illness.

Mite & Tick-Borne Diseases Inflicting Human, Dogs, & Other Animals Could Cause Permanent Brain Damage

May 30, 2017

The disease continuously plagues the United States and is steadily rising with new bacteria and virus being discovered. Scientists encourage victims to seek immediate medication and treatment as mite and tick-born diseases lead to brain damage if left untreated.

The Tick Problem—What Are The Chances That You’ll Survive the Spring, Powassan-Free?

Apr 16, 2015

Just how likely is it that you’ll transmit a lethal tick-borne virus these spring and summer seasons? Well the odds are in your favor, as lethal viruses that use ticks as a vector are fairly rare, but if you live in Northeast and Upper Midwest of the United States, your chances may be much higher than ever before.