More than 350 cases of Lyme disease, Delaware’s most common tick-borne disease, were reported in 2025, reinforcing why tick prevention matters across the state.

More than 200 cases of alpha-gal syndrome have been reported in Delaware since it became reportable in 2024, making tick prevention more important for residents and visitors.

Powassan virus can spread through the bite of an infected tick, and research suggests transmission may happen quickly. Symptoms may not appear for 1 to 5 weeks.

Research shows Delaware carries an outsize share of the national tick-associated disease burden, making tick awareness and prevention an important public health issue across the state.

Powassan virus is a rare but serious tick-borne disease that can cause fever, headache, vomiting, weakness, and in severe cases, brain or spinal cord inflammation.

Atracare expands access to compassionate mental health counseling at its 90 Atlantic Avenue location with two experienced providers now accepting patients.

Atracare is proud to share that mental health services are now available at its Ocean View location at 90 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE, helping make reliable, compassionate therapy and counseling more accessible for individuals and families in southeastern Sussex County.