An example of tick-Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) in Eflani district, Karabuk, Turkey

摘要

Ticks are the ectoparasites that threatening animal and human health. Their effects on human health have started to attract attention, especially after the 1980s. Ticks can be seen in many parts of the world. Ticks are active during certain periods; many tick species are active between spring and autumn months. Tick bites may not be noticed immediately; when it is noticed, it should be immediately removed. While the tick is being removed, it is necessary to comply with certain rules. In this study, tick cases in the world and Turkey were mentioned then numbers of tick cases in Karabuk were investigated. The aim of the study is to examine the number of recorded cases in Eflani (Karabuk). The aim of the study is to examine the number of recorded cases in Eflani. The case records of Karabuk provincial health directorate about Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) were used in the research. At the end of the study, it was concluded that Eflani is the district that has more tick cases in the Province of Karabuk with its suitable geographical conditions to host ticks.