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    Three-day freeze kills off mosquito population and EEE threat  Oct 20, 2009
    There were no reported human cases of EEE in Massachusetts this year ... Raynham and Easton were put on high alert for EEE on Sept. 30 after infected mosquitoes were discovered at a state test site in Easton ... Health officials maintained that the health alert would end with the first frost, but no official protocol exists for declaring an end to the EEE threat. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Mosquito alert high in Easton  Oct 2, 2009
    The decision was made after three mosquito samples, including one mammal-biting species, tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Easton. EEE positive mosquito samples have also been found this week in Amesbury, Haverhill, Methuen, Fairhaven, Rochester, Leominster and Webster ... Alert levels in Leominster and Webster increase from remote to low and Westport was elevated to moderate due to the identification of a EEE infected horse in Tiverton, Rhode Island. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Dad of 3-year-old who had EEE hosts NH meeting  Oct 1, 2009
    WMUR-TV reported Shifflett assembled doctors from Boston, health officials from New Hampshire and Candia town leaders to talk to residents and people from around the area about EEE Tuesday night. Candia did not do widespread spraying for mosquitoes this year because of funding. (Concord Monitor)

    Child abandonment trial gets under way  Oct 1, 2009
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    Case of EEE in horse marks next level of risk  Sep 30, 2009
    Case of EEE in horse marks next level of risk - Saugus, MA - Saugus Advertiser ... Case of EEE in horse marks next level of risk ... The Department of Public Health (DPH) last Thursday announced that a horse from Peabody has been diagnosed with Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). (Saugus Advertiser, MA)

    Horse tests positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis  Sep 25, 2009
    The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed another positive case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in horses for 2009, bringing the total statewide to eight ... The horse had not been vaccinated for EEE. ... To date there have been three equine cases of EEE in Chesapeake, two in Suffolk, and one each in New Kent, Prince George and Southampton Counties. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)

    EEE virus kills 125 Maine pheasants  Sep 25, 2009
    Had veal and it had awful taste (like it was (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    There was never any doubt on UGA-FLA in JAX  Sep 25, 2009
    By the way Tony, when are going to point out that Georgia Tech is the ONLY team in the country confident enough to VOLUNTARILY schedule 3 teams from the mighty ess eee cee. Thank God and Greyhound that the sec of coached, chan gomer gailey, is gone forever. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Health officials south of Boston urge caution over EEE, West Nile risks  Sep 24, 2009
    On alert for EEE, West Nile ... There is no treatment for EEE or West Nile virus, according to the state Department of Public Health ... EEE is more deadly, and its symptoms include a high fever, stiff neck, headache, and fatigue. (Boston Globe)

    EEE found in three Exeter mosquito pools  Sep 22, 2009
    It's a very family oriented restaurant and the wait-staff is (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Maine fair site watched for EEE  Sep 21, 2009
    We come here a lot and the only thing is sometimes the service can be a little slow, and since they also (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    More EEE found in Raynham mosquitoes  Sep 19, 2009
    Andrews said more human biting mosquitoes carrying EEE could be found just around the corner in towns like Raynham that are finding the virus. Andrews has already secured approval from local heath boards to extend ground spraying and said its likely hell be spraying in the early evening to knock down the mosquito populations. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Mosquito alert level raised in southeast Mass.  Sep 19, 2009
    The decision was made after two mammal-biting mosquito species tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in New Bedford, and additional findings of EEE were found in mosquito samples in Raynham ... Southeastern Massachusetts is certainly our historical hotspot for EEE virus, said DPH State Epidemiologist Dr. Al DeMaria We are expecting warm temperatures this weekend and early next week, so we urge people to protect themselves when they are outdoors ... There was one human case of EEE... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)

    Taking control of fears about EEE, H1N1  Sep 18, 2009
    Three mosquitoes in North Hampton test positive for EEE, two mosquitoes test positive in Newfields and every town on the Seacoast is added to the state's watch list for the disease ... To avoid the possibility of contracting a mosquito-borne illness such as EEE or West Nile, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, along with the federal Centers for Disease Control, suggest the following ... For more information about EEE, call the state department's Communicable Disease... (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    New York Man Dies From Rare Brain Virus  Sep 17, 2009
    It's the first reported case of EEE in the state since 1983, when a 7-year-old suburban Syracuse boy died of it ... Health officials in Rhode Island, Virginia, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine have reported EEE found in mosquitoes ... The Centers for Disease Control says an average of five human cases of EEE occur each year in the U.S. It also infects horses. (Fox News)

    Perfect attendance awards scrapped in Braintree to try to prevent spread of flu  Sep 16, 2009
    The effort is to reduce the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses, such as West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). The next meeting of the committee is scheduled for Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. at Braintree High School. (Braintree Forum, MA)

    County resident dies from EEE  Sep 16, 2009
    Published: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 11:14 PM EDT An Oswego County resident died of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Tuesday, the Oswego County Health Department announced. The Oswego and Onondaga County Health Departments jointly announced Friday that the resident had been diagnosed with EEE. Oswego County Public Health Director Dr. Dennis Norfleet, said the sex of the victim could not be released. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)

    Dad of NH toddler says she's recovering from EEE  Sep 15, 2009
    Doctors sent blood samples to the state lab to test for EEE and West Nile virus ... WMUR-TV reports state health officials on Sunday confirmed the first human EEE case in New Hampshire this year. (Concord Monitor)

    Fisherman who fell overboard is missing  Sep 12, 2009
    From 2004 through last year, 14 people in Massachusetts contracted EEE, resulting in six deaths. LEVERETT Man hit by train was student from France A man struck and killed by a train in Western Massachusetts has been identified as a University of Massachusetts student from France. (Boston Globe)

    More mosquitoes found with EEE, West Nile  Sep 12, 2009
    Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced additional findings of West Nile Virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in multiple mosquito samples from various parts of the state. In the past week, WNV has been found in mosquito samples from Amesbury, Shrewsbury and Brookline, and EEE has been found in mosquito samples from Raynham and Sudbury ... There was one human case of EEE during 2008; however there were 13 cases leading to six deaths from 2004 through 2006. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Rye announces new hours for recreation area after EEE found  Sep 12, 2009
    The food was delicious and the decor was beautiful (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Central NY resident has rare brain virus  Sep 12, 2009
    Tests of mosquito pools have shown widespread presence of the EEE virus this summer in Onondaga and Oswego counties. The Onondaga County Health Department says it will spray the Cicero Swamp and surrounding areas Monday to reduce the mosquito population. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)

    Oswego County resident reported to have EEE  Sep 12, 2009
    Published: Friday, September 11, 2009 9:32 PM EDT The Oswego County Health Department and the Onondaga County Health Department jointly announced Friday that a case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) has been reported in an adult resident of Oswego County. This summer, EEE activity has been widespread across both Oswego and Onondaga counties. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)

    Officials urge caution during EEE season  Sep 11, 2009
    Mosquitoes carrying the potentially fatal Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus were discovered roughly 30 miles north of Wakefield in late August, and health officials are cautioning that insects notorious for transmitting EEE can also be found locally ... Overall, Henley termed Wakefield a low risk area at this point, noting that only a dozen instances of EEE-positive mosquitoes have been reported in Massachusetts this summer and nearly all of them were in the southeastern part of the state... (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)

    Oniontown notes  Sep 11, 2009
    EEE of concern to state officials ... There have now been a total of three mosquito samples from the town that have tested positive for EEE. One of these samples was in a species of mosquito that is more likely to bite humans than birds, increasing the potential transmission of EEE to humans ... No pools in Danvers have been found to carry the types of mosquitoes that carry EEE, said Danvers Public Health Director Peter Mirandi. (Danvers Herald, MA)

    EEE found in Amesbury  Sep 10, 2009
    The state Department of Health confirmed the presence of EEE in Amesbury yesterday (Tuesday) after receiving samples from Northeast Mosquito Control ... Amaral said Northeast Mosquito Control has been closely monitoring the city for possible contamination after EEE-bearing mosquitoes were collected in Merrimac and some Southern New Hampshire communities ... Montgomery declined to say where the EEE-positive mosquitoes were discovered saying potentially infected mosquitoes could be anywhere. (Amesbury News, MA)

    West Nile virus in Brookline  Sep 10, 2009
    Mosquitoes with EEE have been reported in Bristol, Essex, and Plymouth counties this year. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)

    EEE is Public Health Threat in Portsmouth  Sep 6, 2009
    Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a rare but potentially deadly viruscommonly known as EEE, is now officially a public health threat for Portsmouth and several other Seacoast communities because mosquitoes carrying EEE have been found in North Hampton ... Now, with the increased threat of EEE, crews are also spraying school grounds, parks and playgrounds with a pesticide designed to kill adult mosquitoes and provide up to four weeks of residual protection ... EEE also has been found in mosquitoes... (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Outbreak sparks whooping cough campaign  Sep 5, 2009
    September 5, 2009 - 12:49PM. NSW will lead a national campaign to protect babies against whooping cough after an outbreak tripled the number of infections. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Schools open amid swine flu, EEE concerns  Sep 5, 2009
    School officials have said they are addressing concerns about swine flu and the EEE virus, two big issues on the table ... As schools opened this week throughout the town, faculty members are doing what they can to protect Abington s students against the mosquito-transferred EEE virus, and the newest H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu ... So far committeee chair Brenda Pignone predicts the Department of Health is releasing information about providing two preventaive shots, one for H1N1 and one... (Abington Mariner, MA)

    North Andover neighbor Haverhill on close watch for EEE virus  Sep 5, 2009
    The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced additional findings of West Nile Virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in multiple mosquito samples from various parts of the state. In the past week, WNV has been found in mosquito samples from Quincy, Bourne and Worcester, and EEE has been found in mosquito samples from Lakeville, New Bedford and Merrimac ... There have now been a total of three mosquito samples from the town that have tested positive for EEE. One... (North Andover Citizen, MA)

    Bribe tape claims mar Rees' anniversary  Sep 5, 2009
    September 5, 2009 - 4:09PM. Nathan Rees' one-year anniversary as premier has been marred by an audio tape allegedly containing revelations of the bribing of state and federal Labor politicians. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Dozens of casualties as NATO hits Afghan fuel trucks  Sep 4, 2009
    September 4, 2009 - 6:09PM. A NATO airstrike Friday destroyed two fuel tankers hijacked by Taliban insurgents in northern Afghanistan, causing dozens of casualties including civilians, officials and witnesses said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    CBA blames Storm for margin call delays  Sep 4, 2009
    September 4, 2009 - 5:54PM. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has blamed Storm Financial for not passing on margin calls to its investors despite admitting the bank did not contact the customers itself. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Cask wine bans considered for Top End  Sep 4, 2009
    September 4, 2009 - 3:24PM. Cask wine could be banned across the Top End, with the four litre sacks of bargain booze blamed for aggravating problem drinking. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Talking a comfort to parents in their 'silent sorrow'  Sep 4, 2009
    Talking a comfort to parents in their 'silent sorrow. Talking a comfort to parents in their 'silent sorrow. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Govt backs down on homebirth legislation  Sep 4, 2009
    September 4, 2009 - 5:19PM. The federal government has backed down on controversial legislation that would have seen homebirthing effectively made illegal. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Jungle jail a long way from here - and reality  Sep 4, 2009
    CHRISTMAS ISLAND is chockers. When all's said and done there are only two facts about that rock in the Indian Ocean that really matter in the refugee debate: it's a long way away and it's tiny. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    40 dead as powerful earthquake rocks Java  Sep 3, 2009
    Video will begin in 5 seconds. What type of connection do you have. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    Editorial: Be vigilant, but dont panic, about swine flu  Sep 3, 2009
    Children started back to school this week amid news that eastern equine encephalitis, commonly known as EEE, and West Nile virus are spreading in the state and that the H1N1 virus, or swine flu, is lurking just around the corner. In fact, the State House News Service recently reported that the president s scientific advisors estimate up to 50 percent of the American population could become infected with H1N1 this fall and winter. (Beverly Citizen, MA)

    Televisions are to blame for more than square eyes  Sep 3, 2009
    Watching life pass them by. Search brisbanetimes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)

    Avoid mosquito bites  Sep 3, 2009
    Recent reports of isolations of West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in southeastern and northeastern Massachusetts should serve as a warning that mosquitoes pose a health threat between now and through October. Although the chances of acquiring WNV or EEE are remote, residents should be aware that these mosquito-borne viruses could cause fever, meningitis or encephalitis ... The Board of Health continues to work closely with the Department of Public Health and the East... (Beacon Villager, MA)

    Powerful earthquake kills dozens in Java  Sep 3, 2009
    Indonesia earthquake strikes in Java. September 3, 2009 - 10:43AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    Death toll rises after Indonesia quake  Sep 3, 2009
    Search brisbanetimes. September 3, 2009 - 2:38PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    ASUS Adds a New Touch to Eee PC Lineup  Sep 2, 2009
    ASUS Adds a New Touch to Eee PC Lineup ... ASUS Australia today added the Eee PC T91 to its highly-successful Eee PC line-up ... Transcending other models in its class, the Eee PC T91 is yet another example of ASUS outstripping its competitors in terms of being the first to market with cutting-edge innovations. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    State on heightened alert for EEE virus  Sep 2, 2009
    The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced additional findings of West Nile Virus (WNV) and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in multiple mosquito samples from various parts of the state. In the past week, WNV has been found in mosquito samples from Quincy, Bourne and Worcester, and EEE has been found in mosquito samples from Lakeville, New Bedford and Merrimac ... There have now been a total of three mosquito samples from the town that have tested positive for EEE.. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)

    Mosquito season is on track, state health officials say  Sep 2, 2009
    West Nile virus, EEE detected. By Globe Staff / September 2, 2009. (Boston Globe)

    O'Farrell intent on forcing Labor to call early election  Sep 2, 2009
    September 2, 2009 - 11:04AM. The NSW Opposition has vowed to force an early state election with a vote of no-confidence in the Labor Government. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Mosquito-borne illness found in Quincy, Lakeville  Sep 2, 2009
    According to the Department of Public Health, in the past week, WNV has been found in mosquito samples from Quincy, Bourne and Worcester, and EEE has been found in mosquito samples from Lakeville, New Bedford and Merrimac. On Aug. 20, the DPH announced the virus was found in mosquito pools in New Bedford and Easton, and earlier this summer, two mosquitoes in Freetown tested positive for EEE. ... Officials also have found mosquitoes with West Nile virus in Boston and Walpole, but there have been... (Easton Journal, MA)

    Dow, other indexes slide 2% Tuesday  Sep 2, 2009
    Dow, other indexes slide 2%; AspenBio Pharma among few Colorado gainers - Denver Business Journal. for free extra services. (Denver Business Journal, CO)

    State health officials raise EEE warning level for area  Sep 1, 2009
    EEE can be transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. There was one human case of EEE last year, but there were 13 cases with six deaths from 2004 to 2006 ... Southeastern Massachusetts, particularly Bristol and Plymouth counties, have historically higher levels of EEE than other areas of the state, mainly because the region has a lot of swampy terrain. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Preventing the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses  Sep 1, 2009
    Although the chances of acquiring WNV or EEE are remote, residents should be aware that these mosquito-borne viruses could cause fever, meningitis or encephalitis ... Mosquitoes acquire WNV or EEE after biting an infected bird ... Culex mosquitoes that develop in water holding containers are the primary vectors of WNV, while the mosquitoes that transmit EEE usually originate in wetlands. (Lincoln Journal, MA)

    2 children riding in wagon struck by car  Sep 1, 2009
    AUGUSTA, Maine Officials warn public about spread of EEE Maine health officials say Eastern equine encephalitis has made its northernmost foray to date with its discovery in a Penobscot County horse. Maine officials said yesterday the horse in Stetson is one of three that died in August from the virus, known as EEE. Dr. Don Hoenig, Maine state veterinarian, says there are four suspected cases, as well ... EEE is spread by mosquitoes that pick up the virus from infected birds. (Boston Globe)

    Treatment of catch basins mulled as Marblehead mosquitoes multiply  Aug 29, 2009
    However mosquitoes can also carry the disabling Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), which can be deadly ... With EEE-positive mosquitoes in Merrimac that means we re getting up into the North Shore, Attridge warned. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)

    Watertown Health Department offers tips on avoiding mosquito-borne viruses  Aug 25, 2009
    Although the chances of acquiring WNV or another mosquito borne virus, EEE, are remote, residents should be aware that these mosquito-borne viruses could cause fever, meningitis or encephalitis ... Mosquitoes acquire WNV or EEE after biting an infected bird ... Culex mosquitoes that develop in water holding containers are the primary vectors of WNV, while the mosquitoes that transmit EEE usually originate in wetlands. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)

    Insect repellent advice  Aug 24, 2009
    Using the right repellents can reduce chances of being bitten by a mosquito and reduce the risk of getting WNV or EEE.. The United States Environmental Protection Agency has registered only five repellents for use on skin or clothing: DEET, Picaridin (KBR 3023), Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus PMD, IR3535 and Permethrin. (Hingham Journal, MA)

    Column: Health Dept. urges sunscreen and bug spray use  Aug 23, 2009
    With the summer in full swing, it is a good time to revisit how to protect yourself and your family from summertime hazards such as: West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) caused by bites from infected mosquitoes; Lyme Disease, which is spread by the bite of an infected deer tick, and dangers from too much sun exposure ... West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), diseases known as arboviruses, are carried by infected mosquitoes and can cause illness and,... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Mosquitoes in Easton test positive for EEE  Aug 22, 2009
    Mosquitoes in Easton have tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). This is the fifth EEE finding in mosquitoes this summer according to the state Department of Public Health (DPH) ... The DPH's first finding of EEE this year occurred in July when mosquitoes in Freetown tested positive for the virus. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Viruses spreaking in mosquitoes in Massachusetts  Aug 21, 2009
    The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced today that Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been found in mosquitoes in the city of New Bedford and the town of Easton. EEE virus has been found twice this summer in mosquitoes from Freetown ... There was one human case of EEE during 2008; however there were 13 cases with six deaths from 2004 through 2006. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Health listings  Aug 21, 2009
    EEE health awareness from BOH. The Stoneham Board of Health is urging residents to take simple precautions to prevent mosquito bites, which can carry serious diseases including West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) ... EEE is a rare but serious disease that is also caused by a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. (Stoneham Sun, MA)

    Scituate A.D. Rick Cash making all the right moves for program  Aug 20, 2009
    If there s a big concern for the upcoming season, it s the EEE virus and it s potential to play havoc with the schedule. If EEE comes along, we might have to move some night games to either Saturdays or Friday afternoons, Cash said. (Scituate Mariner, MA)

    EEE found in Rockingham County  Aug 15, 2009
    The food is great, (especially the Thanksgiving sandwich (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    EEE detected again in the region  Aug 12, 2009
    Historically EEE hits the region in three year cycles, and the most recent peaked between 2004-2006 when there were six deaths. Other EEE outbreaks occurred in 1938, 1956, 1972-74, 1982-84 and 1990 ... EEE is viral disease transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito which causes swelling of the brain. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Mosquito repellents  Aug 12, 2009
    In Massachusetts, West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) are of great concern. Using the right repellents can reduce your chances of being bitten by a mosquito and reduce the risk that you will get WNV or EEE.. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    Additional cases of cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Virginia detected  Aug 11, 2009
    The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the second positive case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a horse for 2009, as well as a suspected case in a goat ... She was necropsied at the VDACS Regional Animal Health Laboratory in Ivor, and tests at the state's Consolidated Laboratory later confirmed EEE. She had not been vaccinated for the disease ... This is the second case of EEE in horses this year. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)

    Oswego County plans aerial spraying Saturday  Aug 8, 2009
    Dr. Dennis Norfleet, public health director of the Oswego County Health Department, said that 11 pools of mosquitoes in this area have tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), a rare but serious virus that is spread by infected mosquitoes, since early July ... The product Kontrol 30-30, which contains permethrin, will be applied in a very diluted form to help reduce the spread of EEE, said Norfleet. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)

    Thumbs up to good fun and good people  Aug 2, 2009
    But happily, he has been able to play baseball again, something he excelled at before contracting EEE.. We all hope for the best for Nathan. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Aerial spraying set for next week  Aug 1, 2009
    More mosquitoes test positive for EEE in Oswego County ... Published: Friday, July 31, 2009 10:50 PM EDT The Oswego County Health Department has been notified that four more pools of mosquitoes, collected from the Toad Harbor/Big Bay Swamp area on the north shore of Oneida Lake, have tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)

    Rains lead to mosquito boom  Jul 31, 2009
    They also report to the Center of Disease Control when they find certain species that carry the EEE and West Nile viruses ... Melanura, which is the bird-biting mosquito that spreads EEE, develops in underground crypts under cedar trees in white cedar swamps. (Reading Advocate, MA)

    First EEE-positive mosquito sample identified in Massachusetts  Jul 29, 2009
    The EEE sample was confirmed today by the Hinton State Laboratory Institute ... There have been no human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) or Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) identified so far this year ... In 2008, there was one human case of EEE; however there were 13 cases with 6 deaths from 2004 through 2006. (Wakefield Observer, MA)

    West Nile detected in mosquitoes  Jul 29, 2009
    Earlier last week, health officials announced that a mosquito sample infected with (EEE) had been identified in the town of Freetown. There have been no human cases of WNV or EEE so far this year. (Lincoln Journal, MA)

    Allergy Drugs May Fight Diabetes, Obesity  Jul 28, 2009
    Sunday, July 26, 2009. HONG KONG (Reuters) - Over-the-counter allergy and asthma drugs helped obese, diabetic mice lose weight and control their blood sugar, researchers reported on Monday. (MEDLINEplus)

    Cities, county aid in combating West Nile Virus  Jul 28, 2009
    The West Nile virus (WNV), EEE and other mosquito-born viruses are transmitted from bird to mosquito to bird. Sometimes the mosquitoes will take blood from a person, causing that person to become ill. (Atmore Advance, AL)

    Citizens cautioned about mosquito bites (235)  Jul 27, 2009
    Due to this increase in EEE, the Beaufort County Health Department is urging citizens to take additional precautions to prevent mosquito bites ... EEE is a rare disease ... North Carolina averages about one human case of EEE and about 10 equine cases each year. (Washington Daily News, NC)

    Do you worry about sharks in the ocean?  Jul 25, 2009
    DB eee gads my husband is nuts over both bees and snakes. Our son has always wanted to go to Australia and I mentioned ( to my husband) that this would be a NICE treat for our son since he just got into Pharmacy School. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    EEE could migrate to Beverly area  Jul 23, 2009
    Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District, said that if the samples in the hot spots for EEE increase, the mosquitoes carrying the virus could migrate to other areas. While he stresses that people need to protect themselves, he also emphasizes that the state is on top of the EEE situation ... If EEE were found in a sample in Beverly, a press release would go out from the Mass. (Beverly Citizen, MA)

    As summer's first Eastern equine encephalitis case reported, official says mosquito population 10 times larger than last year  Jul 22, 2009
    Last year, EEE did not surface until Aug. 14 in Wareham, but West Nile virus was first confirmed in Worcester on July 2 ... According to Jennifer Manley, spokesperson for the Department of Public Health, there was one human case of EEE in 2008; and 13 cases with 6 deaths from 2004 through 2006 ... EEE is usually spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, a serious disease for all ages and can even cause death. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Mosquito sample from Freetown contains encephalitis  Jul 22, 2009
    The Department of Public Health says the Hinton State Laboratory Institute on Monday confirmed that a sample collected from a pool in Freetown last Thursday has tested positive for EEE.. The symptoms of EEE range from mild flu-like illness to coma and death. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Confirmed case of West Nile in Escambia County  Jul 22, 2009
    West Nile virus (WNV), EEE and other mosquito-borne viruses are transmitted from bird to mosquito to bird ... The likelihood of transmission to humans and horses can be decreased by personal mosquito avoidance and the use of WNV and EEE vaccine in horses ... Serum samples are taken each week from the six sentinel chicken flocks and tested for the presence of WNV, EEE and St. Louis Encephalitis. (Atmore Advance, AL)

    Homeless man faces murder charge  Jul 21, 2009
    FREETOWN Mosquitoes test positive for EEE Eastern equine encephalitis, a potentially fatal insect-borne virus, has been detected in mosquitoes in the southeastern Massachusetts community of Freetown, state disease trackers announced yesterday. The sample was collected Thursday and is the first to test positive this year. (Boston Globe)

    Group pushes for EEE testing, prevention  Jul 21, 2009
    Before her fathers diagnosis, Webb said concerns about EEE went right over her head ... To raise awareness of mosquito-borne viruses, Webb has joined forces with the Moms Against EEE. The group formed after Newfields teenager Nathan Gray contracted the disease, in August of 2007, with a mission to educate the public about mosquito-borne viruses and protection and prevention ... Walsh spent time in Naples before the onset of his symptoms and his daughters believe thats where he contracted... (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Horse tests positive for West Nile virus  Jul 21, 2009
    The Texas Animal Health Commission has also said that two horses, one in Jasper County and the other in Newton County, in East Texas have died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). Humans also are susceptible to EEE, which causes inflammation of the brain ... As part of their routine health care, horses in all parts of the state should be vaccinated to protect against dangerous mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile Virus, and Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis (EEE and WEE), said... (Brenham Banner, TX)

    EEE detected in mosquito sample  Jul 21, 2009
    The EEE sample was confirmed by the Hinton State Laboratory Institute ... Today is the first reminder that EEE is circulating in our environment said DPH State Epidemiologist Dr. Al DeMaria Southeastern Massachusetts has historically borne the brunt of EEE, although the northeast corner along the New Hampshire border has emerged as a concern in recent years ... But EEE isn t confined to those areas, and people shouldn t make the mistake of believing that it is. (Lincoln Journal, MA)

    Hallmark Health offers tips for safe and healthy summer  Jul 20, 2009
    Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) are both conditions that humans can contract if bit by an infected mosquito ... Thankfully there are steps that you can take to protect yourself against EEE, WNV and Lyme disease. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)

    Help prevent West Nile virus and EEE in Brookline  Jul 18, 2009
    Mosquitoes get WNV and EEE by biting infected birds ... People who are bitten by mosquitoes carrying EEE tend to experience more severe symptoms. (Brookline TAB, MA)

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