July 8, 2025 at 5:50 a.m.

You’ve heard of Lyme disease, but ... What is Powassan virus?

Tick-borne illness sees record number of WI cases in 2024
Most Powassan cases occur in the northeast and Great Lakes regions from late spring through mid-fall when ticks are most active. Source: CDC (Contributed image)
Most Powassan cases occur in the northeast and Great Lakes regions from late spring through mid-fall when ticks are most active. Source: CDC (Contributed image)
By MICHAEL STRASBURG
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Wisconsin residents are familiar with Lyme disease, but many are hearing about Powassan virus for …

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