What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases in New York
Three probable cases of 'rabbit fever' have been reported in New York, raising public health concerns.
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What is tularemia?
Tularemia, commonly known as 'rabbit fever,' is a bacterial infection caused by Francisella tularensis. It can be transmitted through tick bites, handling infected animals, or inhaling contaminated dust.
How is tularemia treated?
Tularemia is typically treated with antibiotics. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a full recovery.
What precautions can be taken to avoid tularemia?
To avoid tularemia, individuals should use insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors, and avoid handling sick or dead animals. Additionally, cooking meat thoroughly and protecting against tick bites are important preventive measures.
What happened
Three probable cases of tularemia, also known as 'rabbit fever,' have been reported in New York. Tularemia is a rare bacterial infection that can be transmitted through tick bites, handling infected animals, or inhaling contaminated dust.
A 9-year-old boy on the East End of Long Island is among those recovering from the illness. Health officials in New Jersey are also monitoring for potential cases.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health departments are advising the public to take precautions against tick bites and to avoid handling sick or dead animals.
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Coverage (6)
- What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases in New York WGAL · 1d ago
- Is rabbit fever in NJ? What to know about tularemia amid NYC-area cases Bergen Record · 1d ago
- What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases in New York KCCI · 1d ago
- East End boy, 9, slowly recovers from rare tick-borne ‘rabbit fever’ The Suffolk Times · 1d ago
- Rabbit fever? What is the tick-borne illness that doctors are finding WPXI · 1d ago
- What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases in New York WCVB · 1d ago
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