BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - While Lyme disease is one ailment transmitted from ticks to humans, another condition known as the Powassan Virus is also of concern.
Amanda Bakken, an epidemiologist from Health and Human Services, stated that there are three kinds of ticks in the U.S. capable of transmitting diseases. In North Dakota specifically, this includes the black-legged or deer tick. According to her, although such occurrences are uncommon, they typically surface between late spring and early summer when they do occur.
"Prioritizing protection against tick bites is crucial, and if you plan to travel, keep track of your travel dates. Additionally, should you have an encounter with ticks or notice them on your skin, mentally note this information so you can inform your healthcare provider if necessary," Bakken stated.
Should you discover a tick on your person, promptly extract it. Schedule a consultation with your physician if you develop signs of illness following a tick bite. These indications may encompass fever, headache, and nausea. Such symptoms might manifest anytime between seven days post-exposure up until several weeks later. In severe instances, these conditions could potentially be fatal.
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