New Hampshire Resident Dies from Rare Mosquito-Borne EEE Virus

First EEE fatality in the U.S. this year highlights elevated risk in New England as mosquito season peaks.

The deceased was an adult from Hampstead, New Hampshire, marking the state's first EEE case in a decade.
EEE is a severe mosquito-borne illness with a high mortality rate; about a third of infected individuals die.
Massachusetts and Vermont have also reported human cases this summer, prompting increased mosquito control efforts.
Health officials advise using repellents, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water to prevent bites.
EEE symptoms include fever, headache, vomiting, and can lead to severe neurological issues like encephalitis and meningitis.