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PRO/AH> Powassan virus encephalitis – USA (08): USA (NY)

July 27, 2017 editor Global Disease Alerts
Powassan virus -- United StatesThe Schuyler county Public Health office wants the public to know there are 3 recent cases of Powassan virus [infection] identified in Saratoga county, New York. Infected ticks transmit the Powassan (POW) virus to people. Many POW infected people do not develop any symptoms; but those who do develop symptoms, often include fever, headache, loss of coordination, and seizures. The POW virus [infection] can lead to more severe symptoms including swelling of the brain and Read more [...]
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