Deadly Triple E Virus: Massachusetts Lockdown

welcome to health bulletin there is pressing  Public Health alert from Massachusetts residents   are on high alert as the state battles the  Resurgence of Eastern equin entis also known   as ee or Triple E a rare but deadly mosquito  born virus before we dive in please make sure   to subscribe to stay updated on crucial Health  news ee is not just any mosquito born virus it   has a mortality rate of 30% to 50% making it one  of the most lethal of its kind despite being rare   when outbreaks occur they can be devastating the  last significant activity in Massachusetts was   between 2019 and 220 with 12 confirmed cases and  six deaths fast forward to today the Massachusetts   Department of Public Health has confirmed this  year's first human case a man in his 80s from   Worcester County this comes just over a month  after the first ee positive mosquito samples   were found this season in response local Health  officials and Oxford have recommended an outdoor   curfew From Dusk till Dawn the peak biting times  for many mosquitoes similarly Plymouth has closed   all public parks and Fields during these hours  after a recent diagnosis in a horse escalated the   risk level to high to combat the spread the state  plans to conduct aerial and truck mounted spraying   in the most affected counties it's a Race Against  Time to reduce mosquito populations and prevent   further infections if you're in Massachusetts be  vigilant the first symptoms of ee can appear 3 to   10 days after being bitten and include high fever  stiff neck headache and a sudden lack of energy   this virus can cause severe brain inflammation  leading to a coma in just a week prevention is key   since there's no vaccine or specific treatment for  ee use insect repellent wear long sleeve shirts   and pants and avoid outdoor activity during Peak  mosquito hours amidst this outbreak there's also   growing concern for the West Nile Virus another  mosquito born disease that recently hospitalized   former niid director Anthony fouchy it's a  stark reminder of the ongoing battle against   vectorborne diseases thank you for watching your  awareness and proactive measures can make a big   difference share this video to spread the word  and don't forget to like And subscribe for more updates for

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