Deadly mosquito virus : Massachusetts Towns urging people to stay inside at night

The eastern equine encephalitis virus, which is a rare but fatal illness spread by mosquito bites, has officially been linked to its first human case in Massachusetts. Ten towns have been classified as having a high or critical risk of contracting the virus; Oxford and Plymouth have banned outdoor activities after 6 p.m. See Here

The outbreak coincides with an extended mosquito season in the United States brought on by rising global temperatures and an increase in mosquito days due to climate change. The region with the greatest rise in mosquito days is the Northeast, which has warmed more quickly than the rest of the nation. Between 1980 and 2009, there were an average of 14 more mosquito days in Massachusetts. Researchers caution that extended mosquito seasons may increase the likelihood of illness epidemics caused by the bloodsucking insects, such as dengue and malaria.


To reduce the virus's presence, Massachusetts health officials will spray in Plymouth and Worcester counties between nightfall and dawn. In order to avoid the hours between dusk and dawn, residents are advised to reschedule outdoor activities, wear clothing that covers skin, use mosquito repellents, and remove standing water near their homes. A person infected with the virus may have fever, headache, nausea, diarrhea, convulsions, altered behavior, and sleepiness. Neither a specific treatment nor a vaccination exists to prevent eastern equine encephalitis. Continue.....

For Support Here

Comments

Popular News

Ozempic Weight-loss drugs to Slow Down Ageing Process, scientists suggest

Storm, landslides and floods of northern Philippines leaving 14 dead and many casualties.

CEO of Telegram Pavel Durov was Arrested in France

A newly developed weight-loss drug can be the next big thing in medicine or the biggest health danger.

Liam Payne Passed away at age 31. Falling from his hotel in Argentina.