# Tularemia outbreak on Long Island

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tularemia-outbreak-on-long-island
> Updated: 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026 Suffolk County health officials reported three probable tularemia cases on Long Island, including a nine‑year‑old boy who fell ill after a tick bite. The initial report highlighted the rarity of the disease in the United States and suggested a possible link to a longer tick season driven by climate change.

A few days later the department confirmed four cases of tularemia, while still monitoring three probable cases. The update emphasized that the infection is transmitted through tick bites or contact with infected wildlife, and reiterated preventive measures such as wearing long pants, using DEET‑based repellents, and checking for ticks after outdoor activities. The cluster underscores a growing tick population in the region and the associated health risks.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Tularemia Cases Confirmed on Long Island, New York

Four tularemia cases were confirmed and three probable cases, including a child, were reported on Long Island, NY. Officials urge tick‑avoidance measures and prompt treatment.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tularemia-cases-confirmed-on-long-island-new-york

### 2026-08-03: Suffolk County Confirms Three Suspected Tularemia Cases on Long Island

Suffolk County, NY reports three suspected tularemia (rabbit fever) cases, including a 9‑year‑old boy, amid a rise to four U.S. cases in 2024, prompting CDC prevention advice.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suffolk-county-confirms-three-suspected-tularemia-cases-on-long-island

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