US EditionWatch Out for This New Invasive Tick. It Could Bring a Little-Known, Debilitating Infection
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Watch out for this new invasive tick. It could bring a little-known, debilitating infection
An invasive tick species is creeping its way into more parts of the country, as warming temperatures help it spread a little-known infection that can leave people with debilitating symptoms, and in rare cases, dead. In May, scientists at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in New Haven discovered for the first time that the longhorned tick had become a carrier for the bacteria that causes the Ehrlichiosis infection. With cases alread…
Ticks are parasites that pose a significant threat to the health of pets, but also to that of humans. These small arachnids are quite common in rural and urban areas with vegetation, feed on the blood of their guests and can transmit serious diseases. Factors such as climate change and urbanization have caused their presence to increase, which makes prevention in the home more important. Next, we will explore the problems ticks cause to pets and…
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