Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Virus Confirmed in Mosquitoes from Fairhaven
Posted on: July 23, 2019 - 8:51pm
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) announced today that EEE virus has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Fairhaven, Massachusetts.
EEE is a rare but serious illness spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. While EEE can infect people of all ages, people under 15 years of age or over 50 years of age are at greatest risk for serious illness.
As of August 2, 2019 The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has updated Fairhaven's status to HIGH RISK.
Please read the complete Press Release - August 2, 2019
For questions or more information, contact the Health Department at 508-979-4023 Ext. 130