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Babesiosis: A Tick-Borne Threat on the Rise | Montpelier News
Babesiosis, a tick-borne illness surging in New England—with cases up 1,600% in a decade—is becoming a deadly public health crisis, especially for vulnerable populations. Current treatments often fail, and parasites can develop resistance. Enter Dr. Peter Hyson at UVM, who’s pioneering a new drug targeting the parasite’s protein-making process, backed by a $150,000 grant to test it in mice. This isn’t just a regional problem: climate change and habitat encroachment are fueling nationwide tick-borne disease spikes. Stay vigilant, and support science—because our environment and health are…
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