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3 probable cases of rare 'rabbit fever' reported in Suffolk County

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

A fourth case of a rare bacterial illness has been detected on Long Island in New York. local health officials said on Thursday.

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The scheduled Fourth of July opening has been postponed to July 8.

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Babesiosis, a tickborne disease, is on the rise in Northeast: CDC report

Overall, more than 16,000 cases of babesiosis have been reported to the CDC between 2011 and 2019, according to the report.

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New Yorkers are being warned to protect themselves against ticks.

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Dozens of quail released at Nassau County park to combat tick problem

Officials in North Hempstead released the insects' natural enemy, dozens of Northern Bobwhite Quail, into the area.

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Officials taking action to fight uptick in ticks and Lyme disease in New Jersey

Families with firsthand experience fighting Lyme disease say prevention and protecting yourself from tick bites can save you from the suffering they've been forced to endure.

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