EASTERN EQUINE VIRUS ACTIVITY
EEE is a rare human disease with a high rate of mortality, and survivors often suffer severe neurological damage. Similar to West Nile Virus (WNV), the virus that causes EEE virus is transmitted to humans by bites from infected mosquitos. Symptoms of EEE infection in humans include a sudden onset of high fever, stiff neck, headache, mental confusion and lack of energy. These symptoms appear 2 to 10 days after infection.
WAYS TO REDUCE MOSQUITO POPULATIONS AND PREVENT MOSQUITO BITES!
Remove standing water around your home to reduce mosquito-breeding habitats.
Wear clothing that provides more coverage of your skin (such as long-sleeved shirts and pants).
Use mosquito repellents containing DEET and follow the directions on the label. NEVER USE DEET ON INFANTS AND
DO NOT APPLY REPELLENTS TO THE FACE OR HANDS OF CHILDREN!
Avoid using DEET concentrations above 10-15 percent for children and with concentrations above 30-35 percent for adults.
Use mosquito netting to cover carriages and playpens.
Check window and door screens to assure they are in ggod repair.
PHONE NUMBERS AND WEB SITES
Bureau of Communicable Disease Control, Division of Epidemiology and Immunization
(617 ) 983-6800
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Recources (Bureau of Animal Health)
(617) 626-1795
Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control
(508) 393-3055
Marlborough Board of Health office
(508) 460-3751
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