In the United States, some species of ticks can cause a viral tick disease in humans. For example, Colorado tick fever, Heartland virus infection and Powassan virus disease are common in the U.S. Fortunately, cases of these illnesses are rare and occur only in several regions. … [Read more...] about Viral tick-borne illnesses that occur in the United States
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Tick-borne diseases that can be spread through tick bites
Such species of ticks as Ixodids can transmit pathogens to humans and animals through the bites. There is a great diversity of tick-borne illnesses as their hosts are different species of birds, rodents, reptiles and animals, which, in turn, are natural reservoirs of various … [Read more...] about Tick-borne diseases that can be spread through tick bites
Ticks in forests and on grass are waiting for their victims
Ticks are ectoparasites that are always in search of fresh blood to undergo all stages of metamorphosis. In fact, as they have different hosts during their life cycle, they may spread hazardous viruses, protozoa and bacteria from one individual to others. In addition, ticks are … [Read more...] about Ticks in forests and on grass are waiting for their victims