Deer Tick

Although Powassan cases are rare, but more cases have been documented in recent years. Infections with the Powassan virus in humans have been reported in the US, Canada, and Russia.

Scientists have unlocked the genetic secrets of one of the least-loved creatures around, the tick species that spreads Lyme disease, in research that may lead to new methods to control these diminutive arachnids that dine on blood.

Although Powassan cases are rare, but more cases have been documented in recent years. Infections with the Powassan virus in humans have been reported in the US, Canada, and Russia.

Scientists have unlocked the genetic secrets of one of the least-loved creatures around, the tick species that spreads Lyme disease, in research that may lead to new methods to control these diminutive arachnids that dine on blood.