A new virus was recently discovered in my parents backyard, so to speak. Pop-sci articles:
Heartland Virus: New Phlebovirus Found in Missouri
Mysterious New 'Heartland Virus' Discovered In Missouri
Actual journal article:
SPRINGFIELD – An older person who resides in Southern Illinois recently tested positive for Heartland Virus, the third reported case in Illinois since 2018, the
(SPRINGFIELD) The State Department of Public Health is urging people to watch out for ticks after the Heartland Virus was reported in southern Illinoi.