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Teen in LA Hospitalized with Rare West Nile Complication After Mosquito Bite
health3 days ago

Teen in LA Hospitalized with Rare West Nile Complication After Mosquito Bite

A 13-year-old boy from Long Beach, California, is hospitalized at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles with a severe case of West Nile virus that has caused transverse myelitis, resulting in paralysis and loss of bladder control. While most infections are asymptomatic, this rare neuroinvasive case highlights the potential for rapid, debilitating neurological damage. Los Angeles County has recorded a record number of infections this year, prompting health officials and the patient’s family to urge parents to monitor for early symptoms like rashes and balance issues.

via USA Today|
#health#los-angeles-county#mosquito-borne-illness
Tampa Bay Records Florida's First Dengue Death of the Year
health18 days ago

Tampa Bay Records Florida's First Dengue Death of the Year

Florida health officials confirmed the state's first dengue fever death this year in Hillsborough County, marking the first dengue-related fatality in the Tampa Bay area in nearly a century. The patient, an 80-year-old Tampa resident, had a locally acquired infection with no travel outside the city reported. The Florida Arbovirus Surveillance program shows more than 300 Florida cases this year, including 152 locally acquired in Hillsborough and several more in other counties, plus 186 travel-related cases—many linked to Cuba. Officials urge residents to use insect repellent, wear long sleeves/pants, and seek care for symptoms such as fever, severe muscle/joint pain, or rash within about 15 days of a mosquito bite.

via Patch|
#dengue-fever#florida-arbovirus-surveillance#health
Florida dengue cases surge: 32 new locally acquired infections push yearly total to 73
health1 month ago

Florida dengue cases surge: 32 new locally acquired infections push yearly total to 73

Dengue fever cases in Florida have risen, with 32 new locally acquired infections reported in the past week, bringing the statewide total to 73 for the year as of Aug. 29. The Florida Department of Health is monitoring multiple mosquito-borne illnesses, including West Nile virus, and about 10 counties are under mosquito-borne illness advisories or alerts. Officials urge precautions to prevent bites (drain standing water, cover up, and use repellents) as Brevard County and other areas issue warnings during mosquito season.

via Yahoo News Canada|
#dengue#florida#florida-department-of-health
Florida’s dengue surge prompts warnings as 10 counties face mosquito advisories
public-health1 month ago

Florida’s dengue surge prompts warnings as 10 counties face mosquito advisories

Florida reports 73 locally acquired dengue cases this year (as of Aug. 29), with 32 new cases in the past week, and ten counties under mosquito-borne illness advisory or alert as authorities monitor dengue and other arboviruses including West Nile. Advisory counties: Alachua, Duval, Leon, Orange, Palm Beach, Pasco, Walton; alert counties: Hillsborough, Miami-Dade, Pinellas. Dengue symptoms include sudden fever, severe headache, eye/muscle/joint pain, and possible bleeding; West Nile infections are often mild or asymptomatic but can be severe in a minority of cases. Prevention centers on draining standing water, protecting against bites, and using approved repellents. Florida’s FDOH tracks arboviruses through weekly surveillance data.

via Sarasota Herald-Tribune|
#dengue#florida#mosquito-borne-illness
Michigan urges mosquito protection after first human EEE case in five years
health1 month ago

Michigan urges mosquito protection after first human EEE case in five years

Michigan health officials warn residents to guard against mosquitoes after a Roscommon County resident tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis, the state’s first human case since 2021. EEE is rare but serious, with about a 30% fatality rate and no specific treatment. Officials are expanding mosquito testing and monitoring; 73 of 5,420 tested mosquito pools have been positive for arboviruses this year, with no animal EEE positives yet. Preventive steps include using EPA-approved repellents (such as DEET), wearing long sleeves and pants, keeping screens intact, and removing standing water weekly.

via ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4|
#eee#health#michigan
La Crosse encephalitis case in Oconee County prompts local mosquito-control efforts
health2 months ago

La Crosse encephalitis case in Oconee County prompts local mosquito-control efforts

South Carolina’s Department of Public Health confirms a single case of La Crosse encephalitis in an Oconee County resident (from Westminster), with no evidence of widespread transmission. Authorities plan mosquito spraying within a one-mile radius of Old Seneca Road and urge residents to eliminate standing water, use DEET/picaridin/oil of lemon eucalyptus repellents, wear protective clothing, repair screens, and supervise outdoor activities in wooded areas; for questions, contact DPH or emergency services.

via FOX Carolina News|
#health#la-crosse-encephalitis#mosquito-borne-illness
Fox News Anchor John Roberts Hospitalized with Severe Malaria
health1 year ago

Fox News Anchor John Roberts Hospitalized with Severe Malaria

Fox News anchor John Roberts was hospitalized with a severe case of malaria, a mosquito-borne disease that can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. He experienced symptoms like uncontrollable shivering and widespread pain, initially mistaking them for the flu, but was diagnosed after a visit to the emergency room. Roberts mentioned he is likely the first malaria case his doctor has seen in the U.S., where about 2,000 cases are diagnosed annually.

via New York Daily News|
#fox-news#health#hospitalization
West Nile Virus Risk Now High in Multiple Massachusetts Communities
health1 year ago

West Nile Virus Risk Now High in Multiple Massachusetts Communities

The risk of West Nile virus is now high in 10 Massachusetts communities, with mosquito samples testing positive and peak transmission season underway. Residents are advised to take precautions such as using insect repellent and avoiding outdoor activity during peak mosquito hours to protect themselves from infection, which can cause mild to severe illness, especially in vulnerable populations.

via Boston.com|
#disease-prevention#health#massachusetts
China Battles Rising Chikungunya Cases with New Measures
health1 year ago

China Battles Rising Chikungunya Cases with New Measures

Chikungunya virus outbreaks have led the CDC to issue travel alerts for several countries, including China, warning of an elevated risk of infection from mosquito bites. The virus causes symptoms like fever and joint pain, and while severe cases are rare, vulnerable populations are at higher risk. China, particularly Guangdong province, has reported thousands of cases, prompting aggressive public health measures. U.S. travelers to affected regions are advised to take precautions such as using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing, with vaccination recommended for some travelers.

via Axios|
#cdc-travel-alerts#chikungunya#china-outbreak
Italy Reports 32 West Nile Virus Cases and 2 Deaths Amid Spread
health1 year ago

Italy Reports 32 West Nile Virus Cases and 2 Deaths Amid Spread

Italy has reported 32 cases and 2 deaths from West Nile virus in 2025, mainly in the Lazio region, amid a broader increase in mosquito-borne illnesses in southern Europe. The virus, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, often causes mild or no symptoms but can be severe for vulnerable populations. Measures are in place to control its spread, with most cases being asymptomatic.

via Euronews.com|
#health#infectious-diseases#italy