Borrelia miyamotoi
Borrelia miyamotoi is a species of bacteria spread by the deer tick. The deer tick also is known as the black-legged tick. Deer ticks can be found in every county in Wisconsin.
Not all tick bites will make you sick, but it’s important to protect yourself and your family while enjoying time outdoors.
B. miyamotoi is preventable. Learn more about Tick Bite Prevention.
Read about Signs and Symptoms, along with treatment, from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
Contact us
Questions about illnesses spread by ticks? We’re here to help.
Bureau of Communicable Diseases
Phone: 608-267-9003
Fax: 608-261-4976