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Malaria in Tacoma Sparks Bug-Borne Illness Alert | Spokane News
A single malaria case in Tacoma last year could signal a bigger threat: Washington’s bug-borne disease risk is rising, but most counties aren’t testing mosquitoes or ticks. While West Nile Virus is the top concern—often mild but deadly for some, especially horses—Lyme and anaplasmosis lurk too. The state lacks resources to test ticks, and only a few counties monitor mosquitoes. Without widespread surveillance, public health can’t keep pace as warming climates bring new insect threats. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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