Powassan virus disease is a rare but serious illness caused by the bite of an infected tick. Three species of ticks found in Vermont can transmit the virus, but only one of these species – the blacklegged tick – commonly...
Anaplasmosis is a tick bite illness caused by the bacterium Anaplasma phagocytophilum. It is spread by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks, the same tick that transmits Lyme disease, babesiosis, hard tick relapsing fever, and Powassan virus. It is also...
Babesiosis in Vermont is caused by an infection with a parasite called Babesia microti. It is transmitted to humans by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks, the same tick that transmits Lyme disease and anaplasmosis.
Tips and safety practices to prevent injuries while cycling and e-biking.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but serious disease caused by a virus and spread by infected mosquitoes. The disease most commonly affects people and horses.
Ehrlichiosis is a disease caused by an infection with Ehrlichia bacteria. The bacteria are transmitted by the bite of a lone star tick, and may also be transmitted through blood transfusions.
Hard tick relapsing fever ( formerly known as Borrelia miyamotoi disease) is caused by the bacterium, Borrelia miyamotoi, which was first discovered in Japan in 1995. In the United States, the first human infections were reported in 2013. The first...
For Immediate Release: June 8, 2026 Media Contact: Kyle Casteel – Media Lead Communication Office │ Department of Health 802-863-7280 │ AHS.VDHMedia@vermont.gov Health and Safety Tips to Keep You Cool in Summer Heat WATERBURY, VT – As the season’s first...
Climate change is affecting our health. Know the risks. Protect your health.
Environmental Health Disparities in Vermont: Extreme Heat Climate change is making heat waves in Vermont hotter, longer, and more frequent. Hot weather can cause serious health problems, and people who lack economic, social or political resources may face greater risks. People...