In the United States, state health officials announced this week that a Connecticut woman died due to infection of a tick-borne Powassan virus. As per the state Department of Public Health, the woman who died was in her 90s and lived in New London County.

In the United States, state health officials announced this week that a Connecticut woman died due to infection of a tick-borne Powassan virus. As per the state Department of Public Health, the woman who died was in her 90s and lived in New London County. She became sick in early May and died on May 17. US media outlets mentioned that she is said to be the second person in Connecticut to test positive for the virus this year. The first one to die. In 2019, coronavirus (COVID-19) was first reported in China and within months it spread across the world, killing millions of people. Covid is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. After Covid, global concerns were raised over the recent increase in rare monkeypox infections in different parts of the world. Monkeypox is a viral infection that is more common in West and Central Africa. Now, people are worried about the Powassan virus. Here's all you need to know: What is the Powassan virus? Experts have noted in studies that the Powassan virus is a Flavivirus transmitted by ticks. DPH Commissioner Manisha Juthani said Tuesday in a news release: "This incident reminds us that residents need to take actions to prevent tick bites now through the late fall." Powassan virusis mostly found in North America and the Russian Far East. Powassan virus is named after the town of Powassan, Ontario, where it was identified for the first time in 1958 in a young boy who eventually died from it. There are two types of Powassan virus that have been found in North America - lineage 1 and lineage 2. How does the Powassan virus spread? The health department said that people can get Powassan virus disease through the bite of a tick that is infected with the virus. What are the symptoms? Many people infected with Powassan virus have no symptoms or only mild symptoms are: Fever, Headache, Vomiting, Weakness, Seizures, Encephalitis, Meningitis. Several long-term neurologic symptoms such as headaches and memory problems can be seen in patients with severe disease. Death is possible but rare (approximately 10% of cases with encephalitis). How to treat Powassan virus? In case a person thinks she/he has the virus, they should contact a doctor immediately for diagnosis and treatment on a priority. Importantly, there is no specific medicine to treat Powassan virus disease. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

What is Powassan virus? After coronavirus and monkeypox, a tick-borne disease that can be fatal

A man in the United States tested positive for the Powassan virus as authorities said people should take steps against possible tick bites.

The man who was above 50 was reported with the virus in late March as laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the virus. The man was hospitalised after the&nbsp;tick bite was discovered and recovered later.

What is Powassan virus?

The virus is spread among humans from an infected tick. It can become potentially serious as it can cause infection in the brain or encephalitis including meningitis.

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Where has it occurred in the US?

According to the CDC, Powassan rarely spreads through person-to-person by blood transfusion. It also does not spread by coughing or touching. A person infected with the virus suffers from loss of coordination&nbsp;and confusion including seizures.

CDC said the cases of Powassan virus have been increasing with late spring through to fall when ticks are believed to be active. It has been detected in the northeastern and Great Lakes regions in the US.

People who work around bushy and wooded areas are most at risk. The CDC recommends ticks on pets should be prevented.

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What are the symptoms?

A person develops headaches, fever and weakness including vomiting after the tick bite. The infected person might start feeling sick up to&nbsp;one week to one month after being infected.&nbsp;

How can it be cured?

Although there is no specific treatment for Powassan&nbsp;but the CDC recommends hospitalisation including breathing support, staying hydrated and taking steps to reduce swelling in the brain.

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A man in the United States tested positive for the Powassan virus as authorities said people should take steps against possible tick bites. The man who was above 50 was reported with the virus in late March as laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the virus.

A man in the United States tested positive for the Powassan virus as authorities said people should take steps against possible tick bites. The man who was above 50 was reported with the virus in late March as laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the virus. The man was hospitalised after the tick bite was discovered and recovered later. What is Powassan virus? The virus is spread among humans from an infected tick. It can become potentially serious as it can cause infection in the brain or encephalitis including meningitis. Also Read: What is 'cerebral aneurysm' that Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly suffers from? Where has it occurred in the US? According to the CDC, Powassan rarely spreads through person-to-person by blood transfusion. It also does not spread by coughing or touching. A person infected with the virus suffers from loss of coordination and confusion including seizures. CDC said the cases of Powassan virus have been increasing with late spring through to fall when ticks are believed to be active. It has been detected in the northeastern and Great Lakes regions in the US. People who work around bushy and wooded areas are most at risk. The CDC recommends ticks on pets should be prevented. Watch: What is a Keto diet? Don't follow diet fads blindly What are the symptoms? A person develops headaches, fever and weakness including vomiting after the tick bite. The infected person might start feeling sick up to one week to one month after being infected. How can it be cured? Although there is no specific treatment for Powassan but the CDC recommends hospitalisation including breathing support, staying hydrated and taking steps to reduce swelling in the brain. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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What is Powassan virus? After coronavirus and monkeypox, a tick-borne disease that can be fatal

Man hospitalised with Powassan virus: Is it life-threatening? How can it be prevented?