Penobscot County resident tested positive for Powassan virus
Summary
Pedestrian Hit Maine Today in Maine: A person in Penobscot County tested positive for the Powassan virus, according to the Maine CDC. It is the first confirmed case in the state for 2026. Powassan virus is a rare but severe tick-borne illness that attacks the central nervous system.
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Penobscot County resident tested positive for Powassan virus