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Infectious
Disease Information |
Insect-
and Arthropod-Related Diseases
Ticks,
mosquitoes, lice, fleas. These ancient pests continue to cause sickness
and death worldwide. Here in the United States, it’s increasingly
important for everyone to know the basics: what insects are a problem
and why, how to keep them away, and what to do if they bite.
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NOTE:
CDC is not a hospital or clinical facility; we do not see patients and
are unable to diagnose your illness, provide treatment, prescribe medication,
or refer you to specialists.
If
you have a medical emergency, contacting CDC is not the proper way to
get immediate help. Instead, please contact your health care provider
or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are a health care provider,
please contact your state epidemiologist or local health department.
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