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US faces spread of deadly tick disease
Warm weather has led to an increase in tick activity and reports of tick bites across the U.S. One rare but serious disease, Powassan virus, transmitted quickly through infected black-legged ticks, can cause severe neurological symptoms and has a fatality rate of up to 15%. Although cases remain low, recent infections have resulted in long-term health issues, with prevention measures including insect repellent and thorough tick checks.
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