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Tick Season Crisis: Rising Diseases and Vaccine Hope

7/7/2025

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Martha’s Vineyard is grappling with a daunting tick season, as tick-borne diseases rise alarmingly. Residents like Lynne McCormack are feeling the impact, especially her partner battling Alpha-gal syndrome. With emergency room visits skyrocketing in New England, experts urge preventive measures while promising hope through ongoing Lyme disease vaccine developments.

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Story summary

Martha’s Vineyard is grappling with a daunting tick season, as tick-borne diseases rise alarmingly. Residents like Lynne McCormack are feeling the impact, especially her partner battling Alpha-gal syndrome. With emergency room visits skyrocketing in New England, experts urge preventive measures while promising hope through ongoing Lyme disease vaccine developments.