Heartland Virus

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Heartland virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected tick. Most cases have been reported from states in the Midwestern and Southern United States. If you think you or a family member might have Heartland, see your healthcare provider.

At-A-Glance
Prevention
Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Transmission
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For Healthcare Providers
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Virus
Learn more about Heartland virus.
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Prevention
Reduce your risk of getting sick.
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Statistics & Maps
See where cases have occurred.
Page last reviewed: September 20, 2022
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID) , Division of Vector-Borne Diseases (DVBD)