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Transmitted by mosquitoes: Person in US state dies of Eastern Equine Encephalitis infection
Politics
In New Hampshire, a person has died from an infection with Eastern Equine Encephalitis. It is the first infection in a decade.
2024-08-28 23:55:08
Health
Nature
Deadly Outbreak of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Northeastern US
A rare and lethal mosquito-borne virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), has caused the first infection-related death in New Hampshire in a decade. The virus, with a high mortality rate of about 30%, is spreading in the northeastern US, prompting precautionary measures.
Climate change is extending mosquito season, contributing to the rise of EEE, West Nile virus, and dengue fever cases. To combat EEE, experts recommend avoiding mosquito bites, eradicating mosquito breeding grounds, protecting animals, and being vigilant about health monitoring.
With no vaccines or specific treatments available, the risk is heightened for those under 15 and over 50 years old due to mosquitoes' increased activity during dusk and dawn. Populated areas are taking preventive actions, such as closing public spaces and aerial pesticide spraying to curb the spread until frost reduces the risk.
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In addition to EEEV, the US has also recorded 289 West Nile virus cases and 3,861 dengue fever cases so far in 2024. Experts warn that climate change is lengthening mosquito season and may be contributing to the prevalence of these viruses, though this year's EEEV cases are likely part of the normal virus dynamics.
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Mosquitoes transmit rare virus: First deaths from EEE after ten years
Politics
In Massachusetts (USA), a man died after a mosquito bite from the rare EEE virus. Four people in New Hampshire also became infected with the virus, one of whom died. The EEE virus is rare, but severe and has a high mortality rate of about 30 percent.
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Rare EEE Virus: First Death in Ten Years - Risk Zones Designated
Politics
For the first time in ten years, people have fallen ill with EEE; two people died. The rare EEE virus is transmitted by mosquitoes and has a high mortality rate of around 30%. Risk areas have been identified, as the risk will only decrease with frost.
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