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The Cool Down

Researchers issue warning after tracking ticks that carry rare disease: 'There's no treatment at this point'

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Heartland virus is spread by the lone star tick, which is Georgia 's most common tick.

The virus has fairly routine symptoms, including fever, fatigue, nausea, and diarrhea.

Heartland is just one of several diseases that will likely increase in spread due to climate change.