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Suffolk County Health Department
Coverage of Suffolk County Health Department in the Nexus archive.
- Rabbit fever? What is the tick-borne illness that doctors are finding
Tularemia, a tick-borne illness also known as rabbit fever, is being reported in New York, with cases rising in recent years. The CDC notes it is rare but can be transmitted via tick or fly bites, direct contact with infected animals, or contaminated water/food. Prevention includes using EPA-approved insect repellents and protective clothing.