Some of the basic symptoms of a Lyme infection — fever, malaise, fatigue — can resemble COVID-19. That’s a worry nobody needs. In addition, contracting a serious illness like Lyme could put you at greater risk from COVID. Source: chicagotribune.com
COVID-19 or Lyme disease?
Jory Brinkerhoff University of Richmond (THE CONVERSATION) — Summer is field season for ecologists like me, a time when my colleagues, students and I go ou Source: r20.rs6.net
The Stink Bug is Back and Seemingly Stronger Than Ever
It seems to be getting worse every year. The Stink Bug is back this year with the warmer temperatures and it seems the population of the menace is bigger than ever. Source: WIBX 950
CDC warns of aggressive rats desperately searching for food amid the pandemic
Rats are adapted to resort to cannibalism in trying times. But with weeks of restaurant closures, they have turned particularly aggressive. Source: masslive
Prevention tips as tick season begins
If you’re looking to get out and enjoy nature to start the summer, health officials are reminding you to watch out for ticks. Source: WQOW
Midland Area Flooding Will Increase Mosquito Populations
Midland County Mosquito Control is warning that the recent flooding will increase mosquito populations. The agency said… More » Source: WSGW 790 AM & 100.5 FM
Are local farms mosquito magnets?
Farmers encouraged to protect local residents, animals Source: r20.rs6.net
Miami-Dade County reports 2nd West Nile virus case this month
For the second time in May 2020, The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County has reported an additional human case of West Nile virus (WNV) local transmission infection in a Miami-Dade resident. WNV is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States. It is most commonly spread to people by the … Source: Outbreak News Today
Tick season hits southern Minnesota
MANKATO — With Minnesota entering peak tick season, an expert on disease vectors is advising residents to scan for the pests after spending time outdoors. Source: Mankato Free Press
I Was Bitten by a Tick 13 Years Ago—but Still Struggle With Chronic Lyme Disease Symptoms
Stephanie Buice, 41, was bitten by a tick when she was in her 20s but only confirmed a few years ago that Lyme disease was responsible for her hellacious health problems. Source: Health.com
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