What is 'American malaria' and are you at risk?

The article discusses the rising concern of tick-borne diseases in the United States, particularly babesiosis, colloquially known as "American malaria." Cases of babesiosis have been increasing rapidly, attributed to the expanding range of the black-legged tick, its principal vector. The study found that co-infections with other tick-borne diseases may have a protective effect against babesiosis, possibly altering the immune response. Prevention methods such as wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent, and conducting tick checks are recommended to avoid infection. [Extracted from the article]

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