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[Did You Know...] that among all vectors, ticks have the distinction of transmitting the widest diversity of microbes that are harmful to humans? [Reference on Site] 
Ticks can harbor and transmit a wide diversity of pathogens simultaneously. Viruses, bacteria, and protozoan parasites are all transmitted by ticks. Most health problems in humans result from pathogens being transmitted to humans from ticks during blood meals. More information...
Did you know? - Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
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