Michigan reports first human case of dangerous EEE since 2021, triggering mosquito-prevention push
Michigan confirms its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) since 2021, identified in a Roscommon County resident. EEE is rare and potentially deadly (about a 30% fatality rate) with no specific treatment; health officials are testing mosquitoes and monitoring for other arboviruses as a precaution. Residents are urged to reduce standing water, use EPA-registered repellents, wear protective clothing, and ensure screens are intact to prevent bites.
