Epidemiology of Babesia microti

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Epidemiology of Babesia microti

  • Humans are accidental hosts from the bite of an infected tick during outdoor activities where babesiosis is found
  • Most outdoor activities occur in the spring and summer when the ticks are active
  • Blood transfusions from an infected asymptomatic donor have resulted in infection
  • Rare cases of congenital transmission have occurred