https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/maine-reports-first-case-of-rare-tick-borne-disease-this-yearContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/maine-reports-first-case-of-rare-tick-borne-disease-this-yearhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/maine-reports-first-case-of-rare-tick-borne-disease-this-year#u19266Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:05:54 +0000The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the first case of Powassan virus in the state for 2026. The infected individual is a resident of Penobscot County. This rare tick-borne illness can cause neurological conditions and brain damage.What's confirmed:The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the first case of Powassan virus in Maine for 2026.The person who tested positive for the virus is a resident of Penobscot County.Powassan virus is a rare tick-borne illness that can lead to neurological conditions.Still unconfirmed:Warmer weather may be helpi