[CREDIT: RIDOH] The RI Department of Health warns of a rare tick-borne illness, Powassan, another reason for tick vigilance and to observe tick safety rules while outside this summer.

Powassan Case A Tick Vigilance Reminder

By: Rob Borkowski on February 29, 2024 in News to You

KENT COUNTY — Warmer weather calls for renewed tick vigilance, the RIDOH reminds Rhode Islanders in the wake of a rare case of tick-borne Powassan in an elder old Kent […]

Powassan, Tick-Borne Disease, Reported in RI

By: Rob Borkowski on July 3, 2021 in News to You

PROVIDENCE, RI — As Rhode Islanders embrace warm weather and outdoor activities, the Rhode Island Department of Health warns of Powassan, a rare tick-borne illness that’s on the rise throughout […]