Rhode Island Department of Health Rhode Island Department of Health

 

 

Rhode Island Department of Health
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
HEALTH Information Line 1-800-942-7434

 

 

Health Topics

Babesiosis

Babesiosis is a potentially severe, and sometimes fatal tick-borne disease caused by an infection with a red blood cell parasite. A more severe and prolonged illness is more likely to be found in persons older than 60, those who have had their spleen removed, and those who are immunocompromised (e.g. persons with HIV infection or AIDS).

General Information on Babesiosis

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