Tick-borne disease with symptoms similar to COVID-19 on the rise in New York state

NEW YORK — A tick-borne illness with similar symptoms to COVID-19 is reportedly on the rise in New York state. The disease, called anaplasmosis, is caused by a bacteria that is spread to people through tick bites, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some of the symptoms can include fever, headache, chills and muscle aches — which are … Read More

Lyme Disease cases on the rise in Jefferson County

It is National Mosquito Awareness Week and the Jefferson County Health Department is doing its best to educate and prevent the disease in the county. Jefferson County Medical Director Mark Kissinger says that he has seen an increase in Lyme Disease cases, which is spread through insects and ticks. The best way to prevent the disease is to minimize exposure … Read More