IL's first Powassan virus case reported! 🚨 This serious, sometimes fatal, tick-borne virus is spread by the black-legged tick. With 36 cases from 9 states reported this year, military entomologists must stay vigilant in their tick surveillance and control efforts.

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First locally acquired chikungunya case in NY: Long Island woman infected. Confirms spread of Aedes albopictus (Asian tiger mosquito) to NY. A stark reminder for military entomologists to be vigilant about mosquito-borne virus surveillance in the US.

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New CA Vector-Borne Disease Report: West Nile virus down, but dengue cases up (18 local, 720 travel-assoc.). Aedes aegypti established in 25 counties. Surveillance on plague and hantavirus ongoing. Protecting personnel is key to readiness.

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Celebrating 30 years, the Medical Surveillance Monthly Report is a vital resource for tracking health threats. It provides data on illnesses, including vector-borne diseases and venomous animal encounters, to support #ForceHealthProtection and #Readiness.

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New research shows the BG-Pro trap significantly improves #MosquitoSurveillance for #LaCrosseVirus vectors! #ForceHealth #VectorControl

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On June 21st, military entomologists from AFPMB, Navy Medicine, and WRAIR engaged ~250 visitors at Bugapalooza! They highlighted insects' importance and the vital role of military entomology.

Bugapalooza at the National Museum of Health and Medicine on June 21, 2025, 10 AM-12 PM EDT. Discover bizarre, beneficial, and deadly bugs! Learn about bug-borne illnesses. Free, all ages welcome. Bug costumes encouraged! #Bugapalooza