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PRO/AH/EDR> Anaplasmosis – USA: (VT) increased incidence

Anaplasmosis -- United StatesThe Vermont Health Department says the state [is] on track for the highest number of cases of a tick-borne disease called anaplasmosis. According to health officials, anaplasmosis is transmitted by the black-legged tick, the very same one that spreads Lyme disease. "Anaplasmosis is a serious illness, and we're seeing more of it in Vermont," said Bradley Tompkins, infectious disease epidemiologist.Officials say 133 cases of anaplasmosis have been reported in Vermont so Read more [...]