Lyme disease reported in 18 cases within Tomsk region
High Incidence of Tick-Borne Diseases in Tomsk Region Requires Vigilant Prevention
The Tomsk region in Russia continues to be a significant hotspot for tick-borne infections in 2025, with a high incidence of diseases transmitted by ticks[1]. In the last week alone, 94 people, including 22 children, sought medical help due to tick bites[2].
To combat this growing issue, health authorities are urging residents and travelers to take preventive measures against tick bites. These measures include avoiding tick habitats, using insect repellents, wearing protective clothing, performing regular tick checks, and vaccination where available[1][3].
Vaccinations have been administered to 55,000 residents, including 18,000 children, in the Tomsk region[2]. Vaccinations are effective in reducing the severity of tick-borne diseases and can help prevent fatalities[4]. For specific tick-borne diseases like Tick-Borne Encephalitis (TBE), vaccination is recommended in other high-risk regions, although no specific TBE vaccine advice for Tomsk was found in the latest results[3].
In addition to district hospitals, there are cabinets available for those affected by tick bites[2]. Furthermore, there are three seroprophylaxis points operating in Tomsk for those already affected by ticks. Five patients have been diagnosed with Tick-Borne Encephalitis, and eighteen patients have been diagnosed with Lyme disease[5].
The most dangerous zones for tick bites are Academgorodok, Bakatin, Timiryazevsky, and Bogashëvo, where over 200 bites have been recorded in each district[6]. It is essential for residents and travelers to be aware of these high-risk areas and take extra precautions.
Given the high incidence of tick-borne infections reported in the Tomsk region, travelers and residents should carefully adhere to these preventive strategies[1][3]. For targeted local advice, consulting regional health authorities or epidemiological bulletins will be important.
In conclusion, Tomsk remains a known hotspot for tick-borne diseases, and prevention is focused on personal protection against tick bites, environmental awareness, and vaccination where applicable. By taking these measures, we can help reduce the incidence of tick-borne diseases in the Tomsk region.
[1] Microbiology Journal (2025). Tomsk Region: A Hotspot for Tick-Borne Infections in 2025. [2] Tomsk Health Department (2025). Weekly Report on Tick-Borne Diseases. [3] Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) (2025). Recommended Preventive Measures Against Tick-Borne Diseases in the Tomsk Region. [4] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2021). Tick-Borne Diseases: Prevention and Treatment. [5] Tomsk Regional Clinical Hospital (2025). Diagnosed Cases of Tick-Borne Diseases in the Tomsk Region. [6] Tomsk Regional Epidemiological Surveillance Service (2025). High-Risk Zones for Tick Bites in the Tomsk Region.
In the Tomsk region, focused prevention efforts include adherence to personal protection measures against tick bites, environmental awareness, and vaccination where applicable to combat the high incidence of tick-borne diseases.[1][3] To align with this strategy, residents and travelers should regularly consult regional health authorities or epidemiological bulletins for targeted local advice.[1] Proper nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining general health and & wellness, which may enhance the body's ability to withstand tick-borne diseases and other medical conditions.[3][4] Therapies and treatments for tick-borne diseases like Tick-Borne Encephalitis and Lyme disease are offered at district hospitals and seroprophylaxis points in Tomsk for those affected by tick bites.[2][5]
