ALERT: New York State Issues ANOTHER Virus Warning

New York State has issued another alert via social media about a scary virus that has found it's way to The Empire State.

In a post from the New York State DEC, it was noted that there is an alert for EEEV across portions of New York State.

"Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but severe viral disease currently circulating in New York and spread by infected mosquitoes. EEE can affect people and horses".

Officials in Onondaga County are warning residents that both West Nile and EEEV have been found.

What is EEEV? According to the Center For Disease Control (CDC) Eastern equine encephalitis is rare but serious and there are currently no vaccines to stop it.

"Although rare, eastern equine encephalitis is very serious. Approximately 30% of people with 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".

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The fall is here and we will be spending more time outside with friends and family. As we get the warmer days and cooler nights, be smart and wear long sleeves and pants or find a good repellent to help to fight off mosquitoes and other bugs.