Welcome to the Powassan Resource Center

This webpage serves as an educational resource for Powassan encephalitis. Powassan encephalitis is caused by the Powassan virus, which is spread by ticks. The Q & A section answers common questions you may have about the disease. This site also has information about proper tick removal, tick identification, and simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from tick bites. In addition to the information we have provided, we encourage you to visit the links to other tick-borne diseases, which appear to the right.

To Submit a Disease Report:
Tel: 800 821 5821
Fax: 800 293 7534

For More Information About Tick-borne Diseases:
Tel: Tel: 207 287-7267
Fax: 207 287-8186
amy.sonricker@maine.gov

You may also visit the Federal CDC website at CDC.gov