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Senator Pushes for Tick Disease Funding | Providence News
Senator Jack Reed is rallying Congress to allocate $275 million to combat rising tick-borne diseases, targeting research and prevention after federal cuts. With Rhode Island seeing a spike in Lone Star ticks and illnesses like Lyme, alpha-gal syndrome, and Powassan virus becoming more prevalent, experts stress the need to identify tick species to manage risk. Reed aims to restore funding and empower communities to safely enjoy the outdoors, turning public health threats into manageable challenges. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise…
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