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Mosquito-Borne Disease<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Fight the Bite<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Protect yourself and others from West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mosquito bites<\/strong> can spread diseases like WNV and EEE. Mosquito-borne disease is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who is most at risk?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Adults over 50 years old and children younger than 15 are the most at risk of becoming severely ill from infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the signs and symptoms?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Most people who are infected with WNV or EEE do not develop any signs or symptoms. However, both WNV and EEE are potentially serious illnesses. Signs and symptoms can include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, confusion, tremors (shaking), convulsions, muscle weakness, vision loss, irritability, drowsiness, numbness, paralysis, vomiting, diarrhea, and coma. Consult your healthcare provider if you have been bitten by a mosquito and develop any of these signs and symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What about spraying?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions About Aerial Mosquito Spraying<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Found a dead bird?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Crows, blue jays, ravens, and other perching birds can serve as early indicators of mosquito-borne diseases in our area. Click the button below to learn how to report and submit a dead bird for arbovirus testing.<\/p>\n\n\n