Climate Change Fuels Spread of Deadly Mosquito-Borne Virus

Eastern equine encephalitis cases rise in the U.S. as warmer, wetter conditions boost mosquito populations.

New Hampshire reports its first EEE death in a decade; other cases detected in Wisconsin, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
EEE has a high mortality rate, with 30-40% of infected individuals dying from the disease.
Climate change is extending the range of mosquitoes, increasing the risk of EEE in previously unaffected regions.
Local health departments are implementing mosquito control measures, including insecticide spraying and public awareness campaigns.
Preventative measures include wearing protective clothing and using effective mosquito repellents, especially during peak mosquito activity times.