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Vector-Borne Diseases

Vector-borne diseases are human illnesses caused by bacteria, parasites, and viruses that are transmitted by infected arthropods such as mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests. There are a variety of vector species that transmit diseases in Indiana.

Mosquito-Borne Disease

Learn more about mosquito species, surveillance, and diseases spread by mosquitoes.

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Mosquito-Borne Disease

Tick-Borne Disease

Learn more about tick species, surveillance, and diseases spread by ticks.

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Tick-Borne Disease

Other Arthropod Pests

Learn about other pests of public health interest that do not transmit infectious disease.

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Other Arthropod Pests

Alpha Gal Syndrome

Learn about alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a serious, potentially life-threatening allergic condition that can occur after a tick bite.

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Alpha-Gal Syndrome