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West Tisbury Infant Contracts Powassan - The Vineyard Gazette

Medical professionals determined that Lily Sisco, a one-month-old from West Tisbury, has Powassan, a rare viral infection transmitted by the bite of an infected tick.

Source:The Vineyard Gazette - Martha's Vineyard News
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West Tisbury Infant Contracts Powassan - The Vineyard Gazette
The Vineyard’s newest case of Powassan virus, a serious but rare tick-borne illness, was found in one of its youngest residents, according to the infant’s family.  Lily Belle Sisco was born on June … [+4527 chars]

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