Tularemia in New York, USA, 1993–2023

Emerging infectious diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Dylan T. Gaber, Melissa A. Prusinski, Ashley Hodge, Alexis White, Michael P. Santoriello, Christopher L. Romano, Scott R. Campbell, Zahra LaTerra, Melissa D’Amico, Michael Perry, Jennifer L. White
DOI: 10.3201/eid3201.250854
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Abstract

During 1993-2023, health officials in New York, USA, received reports of 30 tularemia cases. Of those, 43% were from Suffolk County, 69% were diagnosed during 2014-2023, and 1 person died. Tick surveillance detected Francisella tularensis in 1 pool of nymphs from Suffolk County, indicating localized risk.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bacillus and Francisella bacterial research Vector-borne infectious diseases Viral Infections and Vectors

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerging infectious diseases
Volume
32
Issue
1
Pages
142–145
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN