Canadian Health Officials Warning About “Rapidly Rising” Tick-Borne Disease

When it comes to tick awareness this summer, Lyme disease isn’t the only concern for Canadian health officials.

According to reports, experts are keeping a close eye on “rapidly rising” incidents of anaplasmosis — a tick-borne bacterial infection that can cause a variety of symptoms, including fever, severe headache, and muscle aches.

“The current recommendation for treatment of anaplasmosis is oral doxycycline 100 mg twice daily for 10 to 14 days, which also treats coinfection with Lyme disease,” researchers claimed in an article published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on July 13, 2026.

“Patients generally improve within 24 to 48 hours of doxycycline initiation, and lack of response should lead to consideration of alternative diagnoses.”

Canadians are being reminded to be aware of their surroundings while engaging in hiking and other outdoor activities.

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Disability Benefits for Lyme Disease, Anaplasmosis in Canada

Tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis, can have a profound impact on an individual’s ability to perform their job duties — even with appropriate treatment.

For Canadians who can’t work, short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) benefits can provide a crucial financial lifeline.

How These Benefits Help

• STD: Provides temporary financial support for individuals unable to perform their job duties.
• LTD: Offers income replacement for individuals unable to return to work for an extended period of time.

To qualify for STD or LTD benefits, medical documentation is essential to demonstrate how your condition prevents you from working.

Sadly, insurance companies often deny legitimate LTD claims — adding unnecessary stress to an already difficult situation.

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Disclaimer: The materials provided in this article are for general informational purposes only and DO NOT constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, please consult a legal representative at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.