Suffolk confirma cuarto caso de tularemia y emite advertencia preventiva

Suffolk confirma cuarto caso de tularemia y emite advertencia preventiva

El Departamento de Salud del condado de Suffolk confirmó un cuarto caso de tularemia en Riverhead y exhortó a los residentes a adoptar medidas preventivas. La paciente, una mujer de más de 65 años, contrajo la infección tras la mordedura de un gato, convirtiéndose en el caso más reciente del año. Con anterioridad, las autoridades habían detectado tres casos probables transmitidos por garrapatas y realizaron una inspección local, mientras que la confirmación de laboratorio de esos casos aún estaba pendiente.

Actores

Suffolk County Health Department Dr. Sharon Nachman Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

Ubicaciones

Riverhead, New York, United States Suffolk County, New York, United States Stony Brook, New York, United States Long Island, New York, United States

Artículos

7 de agosto de 2026
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What to know about 'rabbit fever,' ticks and cases in New York state
What to know about 'rabbit fever,' ticks and cases in New York state

Gothamist • 7 de ago 14:47

Four tularemia cases were confirmed in Suffolk County this year, bringing the 2025 total to six, while New York City has reported only ten cases since 2000.

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6 de agosto de 2026
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4th case of 'rabbit fever' reported in New York. Here's what to know
4th case of 'rabbit fever' reported in New York. Here's what to know

6abc Philadelphia • 6 de ago 18:01

New York health officials reported a fourth instance of tularemia, a rare bacterial disease, on Long Island and outlined its transmission, symptoms and prevention measures.

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Fourth case of rabbit fever confirmed on Long Island, health officials warn
Fourth case of rabbit fever confirmed on Long Island, health officials warn

FOX Weather • 6 de ago 15:22

A fourth case of tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, was identified in Suffolk County, New York, prompting health officials to remind residents of preventive measures.

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5 de agosto de 2026
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Riverhead woman gets 'rabbit fever' from cat bite
Riverhead woman gets 'rabbit fever' from cat bite

Newsday • 5 de ago 16:53

A woman in Riverhead, over 65, is recovering from tularemia contracted from a cat bite, marking the fourth case in Suffolk County this year.

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4 de agosto de 2026
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What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases
What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases

wgal.com • 4 de ago 21:44

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York identified three probable cases of tularemia, a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks, flies or direct contact with infected animals.

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What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases
What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases

WCVB • 4 de ago 21:44

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York identified three probable cases of tularemia, a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks, flies or direct contact with infected animals.

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What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases
What is ‘rabbit fever?’ Health officials report 3 probable cases

KCCI • 4 de ago 21:44

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York identified three probable cases of tularemia, a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks, flies or direct contact with infected animals.

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Rare 'rabbit fever' resurfaces with tick-borne cases near major US city
Rare 'rabbit fever' resurfaces with tick-borne cases near major US city

Fox News • 4 de ago 17:52

Suffolk County health officials reported three probable cases of the tick-borne disease tularemia on Long Island, including a 9-year-old boy, and warned residents to seek medical care if symptoms develop.

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Cases of rare tick-borne ‘rabbit fever’ suspected in New York
Cases of rare tick-borne ‘rabbit fever’ suspected in New York

CNN • 4 de ago 00:50

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York identified three likely cases of tularemia, a rare bacterial infection transmitted by ticks or other vectors, and reminded residents of preventive measures.

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3 de agosto de 2026
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What to know about 'rabbit fever' amid 3 probable cases reported in New York
What to know about 'rabbit fever' amid 3 probable cases reported in New York

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 3 de ago 18:03

Health officials in Suffolk County say three suspected tularemia cases are under investigation, with laboratory confirmation expected to take several weeks.

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1 de agosto de 2026
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Three probable cases of rare 'rabbit fever' reported on Long Island
Three probable cases of rare 'rabbit fever' reported on Long Island

New York Post • 1 de ago 20:13

The Suffolk County Department of Health said three suspected tularemia infections have been identified, with confirmation pending laboratory testing.

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31 de julio de 2026
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Three probable cases of rare 'rabbit fever' reported in Suffolk County
Three probable cases of rare 'rabbit fever' reported in Suffolk County

ABC7 New York • 31 de jul 21:31

Health officials in Suffolk County have identified three probable tularemia cases, prompting warnings about tick exposure and advice on preventive measures.

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'Rabbit fever' warning in Suffolk after 3 cases of tick-borne tularemia
'Rabbit fever' warning in Suffolk after 3 cases of tick-borne tularemia

Newsday • 31 de jul 11:08

Health officials in Suffolk County have identified three likely cases of tularemia, a rare bacterial infection transmitted by ticks that have fed on infected wildlife, prompting a local tick sweep and public health advisory.

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