Research advances understanding of tick-borne Powassan virus

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Research on tick-borne Powassan virus highlights an expanding tick population across the U.S., leading to increased cases of this rare but severe infection. The virus can cause brain inflammation and long-term neurological issues, prompting heightened medical concern.

Tick populations are expanding across the U.S., driving an increase in tick-borne diseases. Among them is Powassan virus, a rare but increasingly reported infection that can cause severe brain inflammation and lasting neurological complications.