There is evidence that climate change is implicated in the incidence of mosquito- and tick-borne diseases. In this case a previously well man returned to the UK after a trip to the Mediterranean basin. He developed malaise, fevers, rigors and severe headache, and was hospitalised with sepsis. He recovered after antibiotic treatment and organ support in the intensive care unit.
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