Per CDC Key points Anaplasmosis is a disease caused by the bacteria Anaplasma phagocytophilum primarily spread to people by the bite of an infected tick. Signs and symptoms of anaplasmosis typically begin within 1–2 weeks after the bite of an infected tick. Healthcare providers order certain blood tests to look for evidence of anaplasmosis. Signs and symptoms Signs and symptoms of anaplasmosis typically begin within 1–2 weeks after the bite of an infected tick, however many

Per CDC Español Key points Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a serious, potentially life-threatening allergy to alpha-gal that can develop after a tick bite. Alpha-gal is a molecule found in most mammals, such as cows and pigs, but not in people. People with AGS can have an allergic reaction after eating red meat or being exposed to products containing alpha-gal. The best way to protect yourself and your family from AGS is to prevent tick bites. Risk factors AGS is cause

Per CDC At a glance Viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) are a group of diseases that are caused by several distinct families of viruses. The term "viral hemorrhagic fever" refers to a condition where many of the body's organ systems are affected, the overall cardiovascular system is damaged, and the body's ability to function on its own is reduced. In addition to VHFs, there are serious infectious diseases like Nipah and Hendra diseases that also require a specialized laboratory,

If you are a new poultry owner and/or a someone interested in learning how to help prevent illness in your folk, we've got resources for you! Please check out the following: Checklist for New Poultry Owners: Check list for new poultry owners PDF Download: CDC Coops videos: CDC Coops: Episode 1: Doja Chick ( youtube.com ) CDC Coops: Episode 2: Chick Inn ( youtube.com ) Handwashing: Stickers to promote handwashing Additional Resources: USDA: Defend the Flock CDC: Back

Per CDC Key points Marburg virus disease (Marburg) is a rare but severe hemorrhagic fever that can cause serious illness and death. Symptoms can be similar to other tropical diseases, making diagnosis challenging. There is no treatment or vaccine for Marburg. The disease spreads through contact with infected animals or people. Overview Marburg is a rare, severe viral hemorrhagic fever which affects both people and other primates, like apes and monkeys. Caused by infection wit

Hot off the presses!! We hope you will enjoy our 2025 Year in Review Newsletter for our Berkeley and Morgan County Health Departments. Though we could not include all of our activities and events, we hope our newsletter will provide some additional insight into our local public health departments. We wish you a healthy and safe 2026! B-MCBOH: 2025 Year in Review Newsletter