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A rare, deadly tick-borne virus that transmits in as little as 15 minutes is spreading rapidly across the US, with cases hitting record levels. Experts warn of no cure.
Powassan, a rare tick-borne virus that transmits in as little as 15 minutes, is spreading rapidly across the US with cases hitting record levels. Experts warn there is no cure, only supportive treatment. The virus causes severe neurological symptoms and has a high fatality or disability rate among those infected.
The speed of transmission—15 minutes compared to hours or days for Lyme disease—makes Powassan particularly dangerous. Record cases combined with no treatment options means prevention through tick avoidance is the only real defense. The rising numbers suggest either more ticks are infected, more people are exposed, or both.
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