CDC report shows increase in tularemia cases in US, some reported in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that cases of tularemia in the U.S. have increased, with some cases being reported in Arkansas.
Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, is a bacterial infection caused by Francisella tularensis, which can be transmitted through arthropod bites, infected animals or ingesting contaminated aerosols and water. Symptoms include skin ulcers, swollen lymph nodes and pneumonia.
According to the CDC’s morbidity and mortality weekly report, 47 states reported 2,462 tularemia cases during 2011-2022, which was 56% higher than reported during 2001-2010.
The report said Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma accounted for 50% of all reported cases.
The report also broke down demographics of tularemia-related cases during the time span, noting that cases were the highest among children aged 5-9, older men and the American Indian or Alaska Native community.
Health officials said contracting tularemia can be avoided by using EPA-registered insect repellent, wearing long clothing, removing ticks and wearing gloves when handling wild animals.
To view the full report and to learn more about tularemia, visit www.CDC.gov.
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