Powassan
Virus
Growing International Threat
Beware:
Powassan Virus Claims First Life in Maine Without Tick Bite.
Stay alert :
As this virus can spread through other means too.
No Treatment
Powassan virus is not treatable
Powassan virus
It can be transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected deer tick or woodchuck tick
Unprecedented
Maine Records First Fatality Due to Powassan Virus
Grave Danger
Understand the Grave Danger of Powassan Virus to Human Health.
Powassan Virus
An Unknown Menace Reaching Your Doorstep.
Symptoms of Powassan Virus Infection
It can include fever, headache, vomiting, weakness, confusion, seizures or even
memory loss
STAY CAUTIOUS
When spending time outdoors include wearing insect repellent with DEET, tucking your pants into your socks, avoiding tall grass
STAY INFORMED
Stay informed and safeguard your and your family's health.