Tularemia is caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. While reported from almost every state, most cases are found in the southcentral U.S., where many are caused by tick-bites. Transmission is by the American dog, lone star, Rocky Mountain wood, and Pacific Coast ticks. Other vectors include deerflies and contact with infected animals/contaminated water.


Signs/Symptoms:
Repeated spikes of severe fever, swollen lymph nodes that develop into skin ulcers, conjunctivitis, and pneumonia.

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