Variable spikes in tick-borne encephalitis incidence in 2006 independent of variable tick abundance but related to weather

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The incidence of tick-borne encephalitis showed a dramatic spike in several countries in Europe in 2006, a year that was unusually cold in winter but unusually warm and dry in summer and autumn. In this study we examine the possible...

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Main Authors: Knap Natasa, Hubalek Zdenek, Golovljova Irina, Gern Lise, Burri Caroline, Bormane Antra, Avsic-Zupanc Tatjana, Asokliene Loreta, Randolph Sarah E, Kondrusik Maceij, Kupca Anne, Pejcoch Milan, Vasilenko Veera, Žygutiene Milda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/1/1/44