Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)

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About EEE

According to the CDC, Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is a "rare, but serious disease caused by a virus spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. People living in areas where EEE virus circulates should protect themselves by prevention mosquito bites. Only a few cases are reported in the United States each year. Most cases occur in eastern or Gulf Coast states. Although rare, eastern equine encephalitis is very serious. Approximately 30% of people who develop severe eastern equine encephalitis die, and many survivors have ongoing neurologic problems. Symptoms of eastern equine encephalitis can include fever, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, behavioral changes, and drowsiness."