Occurrence of Borrelia miyamotoi in Ixodes ricinus and Dermacentor reticulatus ticks removed from human skin in Poland in 2022–2024

Key Points

• Borrelia miyamotoi was detected in 15% of Ixodes ricinus ticks, highlighting significant pathogen presence.
• Analysis included tick specimens from humans in Poland over the years 2022–2024, totaling 200 specimens.
• Ticks were collected from human skin in various regions, linking the findings to human exposure risks.
• These results suggest an increasing need for awareness regarding tick-borne infections and their vectors.