A rare and untreatable virus that can be fatal was just confirmed in New York State for the first time. Rare And Potentially Fatal Bourbon Virus Confirmed In New York For The First TimeCDC CDCResearchers from Stony Brook Medicine have confirmed the first-ever human case of Bourbon virus in New York State. What Is Bourbon Virus? Bourbon Virus Symptomsnih.gov nih.govThe symptoms closely mimic Lyme disease, including high fever, severe headache, body aches, extreme fatigue, and rash. CDC CDCHealth officials say the best protection against Bourbon virus is the same advice they give for every tick-borne illness.