Eastern Equine Encephalitis

EEE is a rare disease spread by mosquitos to humans that causes inflammation of the brain and possibly death. There are very few cases of this disease a year but is more apparent in certain areas of the world including the northeastern United States. There is no antibiotic or vaccine for this disease specifically, though there is a meningitis vaccine that is recommended for everyone to receive. The best way to prevent this disease is to be aware of the ways you can avoid mosquito bites and practice mosquito safety when you live in an area where this disease has been known to be prevalent.

Mosquito Protection Plan

Wearing Long Sleeves

Long sleeve shirts and pants can help protect against mosquito bites by limiting unprotected skin exposure.

 

Bug Spray

Mosquito and other bug sprays can help prevent bites by keeping them away from you or areas you may be. 

 

Avoid high risk areas

The best way to avoid mosquito bites is to avoid the areas where mosquitos are the heaviest. This includes wet marsh areas, lakes, and densely wooded areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastern Equine Encephalitis?
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but serious virus transmitted by infected mosquitoes. It can cause inflammation of the brain and lead to severe complications or death.

How can I protect myself from the EEE virus?
Protecting yourself from the EEE virus involves using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants when outdoors, and avoiding areas with high mosquito activity, especially at dawn and dusk.

Where can I get vaccinated against EEE?

There is no cure or vaccination for specifically EEE, but there are vaccines that fight meningitis and encephalitits (inflammation of the brain) which are common symptoms.

"Professionals from local government departments or mosquito control districts develop mosquito control plans, perform tasks to control mosquito larvae and adult mosquitoes, and evaluate the effectiveness of actions taken."

- CDC

Massachusetts EEE risk levels 

About The Publisher

My name is Jackson Falk, and I am a senior at Bristol Plymouth Regional Technical School, I have a personal interest in the prevention and management of Eastern Equine Encephalitis. During the summer going into my freshman year of high school, my little brother contracted EEE at the age of 14. For a while, he was in the hospital being treated by some amazing doctors in Boston as his symptoms progressed, but eventually, he had a miraculous recovery and survived without long-term brain damage. This was a very scary time for him, and our family's life. He inspired me to choose Community Health as my vocation for high school and the reason I want to pursue a career in healthcare as a pharmacist and develop a more effective treatment for this disease and improve survival rates. I want to spread the word about EEE, how dangerous it is, and how important it is to promote mosquito safety, so no other child and family has to go through what my brother and my family did.

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