Japanese encephalitis declared a communicable disease of national significance
2 years, 9 months ago

Japanese encephalitis declared a communicable disease of national significance

ABC  

Australia's acting chief medical officer has triggered a vaccine rollout for the mosquito-borne pig and human disease Japanese encephalitis, declaring it an "incident of national significance". Key points: After briefing the national Cabinet, the CMO declared the unfolding situation a communicable disease of national significance What follows is mosquito surveillance and control and vaccination for those at risk Japanese encephalitis has been confirmed at 14 piggeries across SA, NSW, Queensland and Victoria. "A national working group of communicable disease, vaccine and arbovirus experts has been established to support the response, including mosquito surveillance and control measures and identification of those at direct risk, and for the rollout of vaccines," Dr Bennett said. Dr Schipp said anyone who suspected an animal had signs of the disease should report it to their local vet or call the national Emergency Animals Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.

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Delhi Reports Japanese Encephalitis Case After 10 Years. What Is The Viral Infection?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Delhi Reports Japanese Encephalitis Case After 10 Years. What Is The Viral Infection?

ABP News  

Delhi has reported a case of Japanese Encephalitis after around 10 years. "Keeping this in view, all District Health Officers and Epidemiologists are directed to intensify vector control measures, including larval source reduction, and implement community-based initiatives such as awareness campaigns for the prevention and control of JE," read an order issued by the Municipal Health Office. The World Health …

Delhi reports isolated Japanese Encephalitis case in 72-year-old man
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Delhi reports isolated Japanese Encephalitis case in 72-year-old man

India TV News  

Delhi: Delhi has reported an isolated case of Japanese Encephalitis in a 72-year-old man from Uttam Nagar, West Delhi, however, officials have confirmed no outbreak in the city, emphasizing that most JE cases reported in Delhi originate from neighbouring states. The case involves a 72-year-old man from Uttam Nagar, West Delhi, who was admitted to AIIMS on November 3, 2024. …

First case of Japanese Encephalitis confirmed in Delhi: What is this viral disease?
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

First case of Japanese Encephalitis confirmed in Delhi: What is this viral disease?

India Today  

Delhi has reported an "isolated" case of Japanese Encephalitis, a zoonotic viral disease. The patient, who had diabetes, coronary artery disease, weakness in both legs, and bowel and bladder incontinence, tested positive for Japanese Encephalitis on November 6 after a blood sample was taken. According to data from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, 1,548 cases of Japanese Encephalitis were reported …

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 …

UP records zero cases of Japanese Encephalitis this year so far: How Yogi Govt turned an endemic disease into a healthcare success story
1 year, 3 months ago

UP records zero cases of Japanese Encephalitis this year so far: How Yogi Govt turned an endemic disease into a healthcare success story

Op India  

Uttar Pradesh, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has achieved remarkable feet. Our next target is its eradication.” पूर्वी उत्तर प्रदेश के जनपदों में इंसेफेलाइटिस से हजारों बच्चों की मौत होती थी। वर्ष 2017 में @UPGovt ने अंतरविभागीय समिति बनाकर जापानी इंसेफेलाइटिस के नियंत्रण के लिए कार्य किए। नतीजा, इस वर्ष 01 जनवरी से 07 सितंबर तक प्रदेश …

Rise in Japanese Encephalitis cases raise concern in Assam
1 year, 4 months ago

Rise in Japanese Encephalitis cases raise concern in Assam

India TV News  

Assam has been recording a sharp hike in vector-borne diseases, including dengue and Japanese Encephalitis in the last few years, which pose significant health risks and are cause of concern. WHO defines Japanese Encephalitis as a virus related to dengue, yellow fever, and West Nile viruses and is spread by mosquitos. As per the health department, JE cases are reported …

West Australian child dies from Murray Valley encephalitis
1 year, 8 months ago

West Australian child dies from Murray Valley encephalitis

ABC  

A West Australian child from the West Kimberley has died from Murray Valley encephalitis, a mosquito-borne infection. Key points: The child had been treated at a hospital in Perth It is believed they may have been exposed to an infected mosquito in the West Kimberley Recent heavy rains in the region have made mosquito breeding conditions ideal MVE is a …

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 …

Victorian woman dies from Murray Valley encephalitis in state's first death from the virus since 1974
1 year, 10 months ago

Victorian woman dies from Murray Valley encephalitis in state's first death from the virus since 1974

ABC  

Victoria has recorded its first human case and death from the mosquito-borne Murray Valley encephalitis since 1974, after tests revealed a woman who died earlier this month had the virus. Key points: Testing has revealed a woman in her 60s from Buloke Shire who died earlier this month had Murray Valley encephalitis MVE has been detected in the rural town …

Japanese encephalitis, Murray Valley encephalitis concerning but risk of death low, mosquito experts say
1 year, 11 months ago

Japanese encephalitis, Murray Valley encephalitis concerning but risk of death low, mosquito experts say

ABC  

The resurgence of Japanese encephalitis this summer and the detection of Murray Valley encephalitis in mosquitoes has health authorities concerned, but the likelihood of death from either remains low. Dr Webb said it was not surprising that mosquito populations had been "massive" this year, given the recent flooding. Dr Webb said mosquitoes typically picked up MVE and JE from waterbirds, …

Free vaccines handed out in western NSW as mosquito-borne illness threat looms
2 years, 1 month ago

Free vaccines handed out in western NSW as mosquito-borne illness threat looms

ABC  

Health officials are sounding the alarm on mosquito-borne illnesses as stagnant pools of water create ideal breeding grounds throughout Western NSW. Key points: Japanese encephalitis is a virus spread through mosquito bites Free Japanese encephalitis vaccines are available in Western NSW Details about availability is available on the NSW Health website NSW Health is distributing free vaccines in Western NSW …

Flooding not the only risk in La Niña's wet weather as mosquitoes move in — and now we’ve got Japanese encephalitis virus to worry about, too
2 years, 2 months ago

Flooding not the only risk in La Niña's wet weather as mosquitoes move in — and now we’ve got Japanese encephalitis virus to worry about, too

ABC  

Mosquitoes are a problem every summer, but the recent arrival of the mosquito-borne Japanese encephalitis virus in eastern Australia brings more significant concerns. The discovery of the mosquito-borne Japanese encephalitis virus last summer changed the landscape of mosquito-borne disease in Australia. The federal government is expanding its Japanese encephalitis virus vaccination program after cases were detected outside tropical parts of …

Assam: Japanese encephalitis claims 63 lives
2 years, 4 months ago

Assam: Japanese encephalitis claims 63 lives

Deccan Chronicle  

GUWAHATI: With the death of at least 63 people due to Japanese encephalitis in Assam in the last 37 days, Assam government has formed a District Rapid Response team on Acute Encephalitis Syndrome and JE. Informing that three fresh deaths were reported from Nagaon district on Saturday, the national health mission officials said that fresh infections were reported from 10 …

Assam: Mosquito borne disease outbreak aggravated by floods kills 44 so far
2 years, 4 months ago

Assam: Mosquito borne disease outbreak aggravated by floods kills 44 so far

Hindustan Times  

Mosquito-borne disease Japanese Encephalitis has claimed 44 lives across Assam so far, according to the state branch of the National Health Mission. In the last 24 hours, three people died in the state - two in Nagaon district and one in Chirang district, officials said on Tuesday. The NHM, Assam data also revealed that eight new cases of Japanese Encephalitis …

Japanese Encephalitis claims 23 lives in 15 days in Assam
2 years, 5 months ago

Japanese Encephalitis claims 23 lives in 15 days in Assam

India Today  

At least 23 people have died in 15 days since the outbreak of Japanese Encephalitis in Assam, a National Health Mission report stated on Friday. While Barpeta, Kamrup Metropolitan, Karbi Anglong East and Hojai reported one case each, Nagaon recorded four cases, Sivasagar two, and three cases each were reported from Nalbari and Udalguri districts, the NHM report stated. Upper …

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in feral pigs in the NT's West Daly region
2 years, 8 months ago

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in feral pigs in the NT's West Daly region

ABC  

The first active cases of Japanese Encephalitis have been detected in the Northern Territory, after a small number of feral pigs in the West Daly region have tested positive to the virus. Key points: JEV isn't transmitted from person to person or from eating infected meat Active cases have been detected in a small number of NT pigs A fatal …

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in South Australia along the Murray River
2 years, 8 months ago

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in South Australia along the Murray River

ABC  

Cases of Japanese encephalitis virus seem to be tracking along the Murray River with detections at three more piggeries in South Australia. Key points: Japanese encephalitis virus has been detected at three piggeries along the Murray River SA Health will rollout vaccination hubs to assist piggery workers People are advised to protect themselves and animals from mosquito bites The latest …

SA confirms first Japanese encephalitis virus death amid four new JEV cases
2 years, 9 months ago

SA confirms first Japanese encephalitis virus death amid four new JEV cases

ABC  

South Australian health authorities have confirmed four further cases of the mosquito-borne disease Japanese encephalitis, including the state's first death. Key points: There have been eight confirmed JEV cases in SA Five remain in hospital, and another two encephalitis cases are under investigation Health authorities have now confirmed a suspected fatal case The death was of a person who authorities …

Japanese encephalitis: What you need to know about vaccines for the mosquito-borne virus
2 years, 9 months ago

Japanese encephalitis: What you need to know about vaccines for the mosquito-borne virus

ABC  

For a long time, vaccination against the Japanese encephalitis virus has mostly only been available through travel doctors, for people heading overseas. Now the federal government is targeting priority, "high risk" groups, including: workers at piggeries, pork abattoirs, or pork-processing plants people who live at or need to visit one of those locations workers who deal directly or indirectly with …

Vaccination and 'fogging mosquitoes' key tools for pig farmers tackling Japanese encephalitis
2 years, 9 months ago

Vaccination and 'fogging mosquitoes' key tools for pig farmers tackling Japanese encephalitis

ABC  

Piggery workers are getting vaccinated and abattoirs have increased spraying programs to prevent the spread of the potentially deadly Japanese encephalitis virus. Key points: Pig farmers and abattoir workers take up vaccination rollout as Japanese encephalitis virus grows Processors increase spraying for mosquitoes to prevent the spread of JEV Farmers keen for consumers to know the disease doesn't affect pork …

Fears Japanese encephalitis virus will spread further if feral pig population becomes infected
2 years, 9 months ago

Fears Japanese encephalitis virus will spread further if feral pig population becomes infected

ABC  

The mosquito-borne Japanese encephalitis virus already detected across four states is likely to travel further if it spreads into the estimated 24-million-strong feral pig population, the pork industry is warning. Key points: Japanese encephalitis virus has yet to be detected in feral pigs The Australian pig industry is on high alert and monitoring the population closely Hunters and pastoralists are …

Victorian man dies from Japanese encephalitis virus, Department of Health says, investigation underway
2 years, 9 months ago

Victorian man dies from Japanese encephalitis virus, Department of Health says, investigation underway

ABC  

A Victorian man in his 60s has died from the Japanese encephalitis virus, the first recorded death of the rare virus in the state. Key points: The man died on February 28 in northern Victoria Investigations are underway into how he contracted the mosquito-borne virus A leading virologist says the arrival of JEV in Australia is unprecedented The man, from …

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 …

Japanese encephalitis outbreak reaches SA as authorities race to control outbreak
2 years, 9 months ago

Japanese encephalitis outbreak reaches SA as authorities race to control outbreak

ABC  

The outbreak of Japanese encephalitis is now impacting four states as public health officials work to contain it. Key points: The virus has been detected at 21 piggeries, three human cases have been confirmed and the federal government predicts more cases will be detected The Chief Veterinary Officer says it's unusual to detect JE so far south Pork SA says …

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in Qld, NSW and Vic piggeries
2 years, 9 months ago

Japanese encephalitis virus detected in Qld, NSW and Vic piggeries

ABC  

A virus that can leave piglets stillborn and horses with anorexia has been detected in southern Australia for the first time. Key points: JEV is a mosquito-borne viral disease that mostly occurs in pigs and horses, but can cause disease in people and rarely in other animals Animals and people become infected through the bite of infected mosquitoes It cannot …

Warning about mosquito-borne viruses in SA, Victoria and NSW after one person dies and seven sent to hospital
2 years, 9 months ago

Warning about mosquito-borne viruses in SA, Victoria and NSW after one person dies and seven sent to hospital

ABC  

One person has died and seven others have been badly affected by mosquito-borne viruses that are increasingly being detected in south-east Australia. Key points: One person has died of acute encephalitis connected with a mosquito-borne virus Kokobera virus has been detected in the Riverland There has been a large number of Ross River virus cases SA Health said the La …

Assam: Mosquitoes kill 23 amid flood, COVID-19 crisis
4 years, 5 months ago

Assam: Mosquitoes kill 23 amid flood, COVID-19 crisis

The Hindu  

About 21.5% fewer people have died of vector-borne diseases caused by mosquito bites during the current season in Assam compared to 2019. Officials said there are multiple reasons, including under-reporting of cases for the “seemingly encouraging” figure compared to other concurrent killers — floods and landslides that have claimed 113 human lives, and coronavirus that accounted for 58 deaths till …

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