An individual has died in the northeastern United States after contracting Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a rare disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
A patient died Tuesday, August 27, in the northeastern United States from a rare disease: Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). The man had been admitted to the hospital due to a severe deterioration of his central nervous system, reports The Parisian. “The last known human infection with eastern equine encephalitis virus in New Hampshire was in 2014.”the hospital reported. At the time, three human infections had been reported, including two deaths.
The spread of the virus in the northeastern United States has officials concerned, especially as it appears to be increased by climate change. The first case of EEE was reported in Massachusetts, a neighboring state of New Hampshire, earlier this month. Symptoms of the disease include fever, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, behavioral changes and drowsiness. Massachusetts health officials are advising residents to stay indoors and are imposing a 6 p.m. curfew on outdoor activities until at least October.
The disease can cause serious neurological disorders
About 30% of people with Eastern equine encephalitis die, and many of those who survive have lasting mental health or physical problems. The disease can also cause serious neurological problems. Those most at risk are those under 15 and over 50.
To limit mosquito breeding, health authorities recommend using mosquito repellents, wearing protective clothing outdoors and removing stagnant water near homes.
published on August 28 at 1:45 p.m., Lilian Moy, 6Medias
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