Lyme disease

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A meat allergy caused by tick spit is getting more common in US

Health officials said they are not aware of any confirmed deaths, but people with the allergy have described it as bewildering and terrifying.

28 July 2023

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What is the Powassan virus and why are new cases on the rise?

Dubbed “Lyme disease’s deadly cousin,” the Powassan virus has been the subject of a recent study by Yale School of Public Health - and cases are increasing.

19 April 2023

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Lyme disease: New vaccine for the tick-borne illness in final trials

The final clinical trial of a new vaccine against Lyme disease created by Pfizer is calling for 6,000 volunteers in Europe and the US.

15 August 2022