DHS confirms La Crosse death from Rocky Mountain spotted fever
By Ariana Baldassano | Posted: Tue 3:23 PM, Jul 10, 2018
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WMTV) -- Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the La Crosse Health Department announced the first documented death from Rocky Mountain spotted fever in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin DHS says RMSF is rarely reported in Wisconsin. It's most commonly reported in the central and southeastern parts of the U.S.
"We are saddened to learn of this death and encourage Wisconsin residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families from tick bites while enjoying the outdoors," said Karen McKeown, State Health Officer.
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By Ariana Baldassano | Posted: Tue 3:23 PM, Jul 10, 2018
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WMTV) -- Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the La Crosse Health Department announced the first documented death from Rocky Mountain spotted fever in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin DHS says RMSF is rarely reported in Wisconsin. It's most commonly reported in the central and southeastern parts of the U.S.
"We are saddened to learn of this death and encourage Wisconsin residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families from tick bites while enjoying the outdoors," said Karen McKeown, State Health Officer.
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