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25 July 2026
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Powassan disease: this tick-borne infection kills 10% of patients and leaves neurological sequelae in half of survivors

Ticks can transmit the Powassan virus, a rare but fearsome infection that causes sudden fever, intense headaches, and severe neurological damage. With no specific treatment available, this disease kills 10% of infected patients. Half of the survivors are left with permanent neurological sequelae, highlighting the urgency of early management.

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