Massachusetts health officials report second case of potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Massachusetts health officials report second case of potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }} Massachusetts health officials on Thursday announced a second confirmed case of the mosquito-borne eastern equine encephalitis virus in the state. The detection of the latest case comes after a New Hampshire resident infected with the virus died, state health authorities said Tuesday. The resident, whom the department only identified as an adult, had been hospitalized because of severe central nervous system symptoms Eastern equine encephalitis is a rare but serious and potentially fatal disease that can affect people of all ages and is generally spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito.

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Officials raise alarm over spreading mosquito-borne ‘triple E’ virus
2 months, 1 week ago

Officials raise alarm over spreading mosquito-borne ‘triple E’ virus

Raw Story  

Mosquito-borne illnesses are a growing concern in Northeastern states, with health officials monitoring cases and advising residents to avoid outdoor activities near standing water and other environments prone to mosquito spread. The state also is making insect repellent available at state parks and campgrounds; posting signs to raise awareness of EEE; consulting with local health officials about limiting park hours …

New York resident dies of rare mosquito-borne virus known as eastern equine encephalitis
2 months, 4 weeks ago

New York resident dies of rare mosquito-borne virus known as eastern equine encephalitis

Associated Press  

ALBANY, N.Y. — A person has died in New York state from eastern equine encephalitis, prompting Gov. The death that was reported Monday in Ulster County is apparently the second death from the disease in the United States this year after a New Hampshire resident infected with the eastern equine encephalitis virus died last month. Ten human cases of the …

Rare but deadly mosquito disease has New England hotspots warning against going out at night
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rare but deadly mosquito disease has New England hotspots warning against going out at night

Associated Press  

A rare but deadly mosquito-spread disease is posing a serious threat in parts of New England, health officials warn, prompting the cancellation of some events and changes to sports schedules to avoid bites by infected bugs. Eastern equine encephalitis, which can cause symptoms including vomiting and seizures, infected a New Hampshire resident who later died, health officials reported last week. …

New Hampshire dad fights for his life after contracting three different mosquito-borne illnesses
3 months, 2 weeks ago

New Hampshire dad fights for his life after contracting three different mosquito-borne illnesses

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }} A New …

Rare, deadly mosquito disease is causing alarm in New England. But how risky is "triple E" virus?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rare, deadly mosquito disease is causing alarm in New England. But how risky is "triple E" virus?

Salon  

For some, the high-pitched buzz of a mosquito has become even more sinister than usual. “In addition to recommending that people use mosquito repellent with an EPA-registered active ingredient and clothing to reduce exposed skin, we also recommend that evening outdoor events be rescheduled to avoid the hours between dusk and dawn.” This is because mosquitoes most likely to spread …

Man identified as New Hampshire’s first EEEV mosquito virus death in a decade
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Man identified as New Hampshire’s first EEEV mosquito virus death in a decade

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A New Hampshire man who died after contracting the rare Eastern …

Deadly mosquito virus in Massachusetts: Here’s what to know
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Deadly mosquito virus in Massachusetts: Here’s what to know

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a deadly mosquito virus, has put Massachusetts towns …

New Hampshire resident dies after contracting mosquito-borne encephalitis virus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

New Hampshire resident dies after contracting mosquito-borne encephalitis virus

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A New Hampshire resident has died after testing positive for Eastern …

New Hampshire resident dies after testing positive for mosquito-borne encephalitis virus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

New Hampshire resident dies after testing positive for mosquito-borne encephalitis virus

Associated Press  

A New Hampshire resident infected with the mosquito-borne eastern equine encephalitis virus has died, state health authorities said. The Hampstead resident’s infection was the first in the state in a decade, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services said Tuesday. The New Hampshire health department said the virus has also been detected in one horse and several mosquito …

A rare but deadly mosquito virus infection has Massachusetts towns urging vigilance
3 months, 4 weeks ago

A rare but deadly mosquito virus infection has Massachusetts towns urging vigilance

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. State health officials announced last …

Plymouth, Massachusetts: High encephalitis risk prompts town’s nighttime park closures
4 months ago

Plymouth, Massachusetts: High encephalitis risk prompts town’s nighttime park closures

CNN  

CNN — A Massachusetts town has closed its municipal parks and fields to nighttime visitors amid a heightened risk of a potentially deadly type of mosquito-borne encephalitis, according to town officials. Plymouth, about 40 miles southeast of Boston, announced the closures Friday as the town faces a high risk from the extremely rare Eastern equine encephalitis, town officials said in …

Massachusetts town approves voluntary LOCKDOWN after dark as fears of incurable mosquito-borne infection grow
4 months ago

Massachusetts town approves voluntary LOCKDOWN after dark as fears of incurable mosquito-borne infection grow

Daily Mail  

Residents in a Massachusetts town are being urged not to leave their homes after dark due to the spread of a deadly mosquito-borne virus. But Public Health Director Rike Sterrett told attendees: 'We don't want to see another human case of EEE this year. Town officials clarified on Facebook: 'This evening the Board of Health met for the first time …

Long Beach confirms first case of mosquito-borne St. Louis encephalitis in decades
1 year, 1 month ago

Long Beach confirms first case of mosquito-borne St. Louis encephalitis in decades

LA Times  

The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the city’s first case of St. Louis encephalitis — a mosquito-borne virus with symptoms similar to West Nile virus — since 1984. Long Beach’s health department has confirmed the first case of a mosquito-born illness called St. Louis encephalitis in the city since 1984. “Mosquito control is a shared …

Second human case of Murray Valley Encephalitis detected in New South Wales man
1 year, 8 months ago

Second human case of Murray Valley Encephalitis detected in New South Wales man

ABC  

A second human case of the mosquito-born Murray Valley Encephalitis virus has been detected in New South Wales. Key points: A man in his 50s has been treated for Murray Valley Encephalitis in the south of New South Wales It is the second human case of the mosquito-borne virus recorded in NSW this year Authorities say the number of cases …

Man in hospital with Murray Valley encephalitis, first NSW case of the virus since 2011
1 year, 10 months ago

Man in hospital with Murray Valley encephalitis, first NSW case of the virus since 2011

ABC  

A New South Wales man has been admitted to hospital after becoming infected with the first transmission of Murray Valley encephalitis in the state since 2011. Key points: NSW Health has confirmed it is the first transmission of Murray Valley encephalitis in the state in 12 years The man in his 60s has been admitted to hospital for treatment Locals …

Two NSW residents diagnosed with Japanese encephalitis virus
2 years, 9 months ago

Two NSW residents diagnosed with Japanese encephalitis virus

ABC  

NSW's first-ever locally acquired human cases of the potentially deadly Japanese encephalitis virus have been detected in a man and a child living near the border with Victoria. Key points: Health authorities expect more cases to be diagnosed over the next few days NSW Health says people must avoid being bitten by mosquitoes The virus outbreak has been declared an …

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