Jeffrey Wilson
Coverage of Jeffrey Wilson in the Nexus archive.
- Tick-related emergency room visits are surging in this state
Virginia is experiencing a surge in tick-related emergency room visits, with increased cases continuing into summer after starting early in spring. Ticks are linked to tick-borne infections and alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy. Experts recommend using repellents, permethrin-treated clothing, and daily tick checks to mitigate risks.
- Tick-related emergency room visits are surging in this state
Virginia is experiencing a surge in tick-related emergency room visits, with increased cases starting in spring and continuing into summer. Experts warn of risks like tick-borne infections and alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy linked to tick bites, and recommend preventive measures such as repellents and permethrin-treated clothing.
- Tick-related emergency room visits are surging in this state
Virginia is experiencing a surge in tick-related emergency room visits, with UVA Health reporting increased cases starting early this spring and continuing into summer. Jeffrey Wilson of UVA Health highlighted risks like tick-borne infections and alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy linked to tick bites, and emphasized prevention strategies such as repellents and permethrin-treated clothing. The CDC's April study indicated an early warning of a significant tick year, which has proven accurate.
- More than 130 pounds of cocaine seized from commercial truck near Blue Water Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized 133 pounds of cocaine from a Canada-bound commercial truck near the Blue Water Bridge. The drugs were concealed in cardboard boxes during a border inspection in Port Huron, leading to the seizure of the truck and trailer and the driver facing federal charges.