Hyalomma marginatum tick: a rapidly spreading vector

The FHCC virus is transmitted by the tick Hyalomma marginatum, especially in the Mediterranean region.

Why this extension?

Climate change: Rising temperatures lead to poorer survival and reproduction of ticks.

Ecosystem change: Migrating animals can carry these parasites to new areas.

What are the threats to the population?

LFHCC manifests itself through:

Sudden high fever

Internal and external bleeding

In severe cases, the mortality rate reaches 40%.

There is no specific treatment, so effective prevention is important.

How to protect yourself from ticks that carry the CCHF virus?

Avoid places where pests appear: tall grass, forests, pastures.

Wear long, light-colored clothing to make it easier to spot ticks.

Apply appropriate repellent before every time you go out into nature.

After a walk, inspect the skin and immediately remove any attached ticks.