eastern equine encephalitis death, Health experts warn that until the temperatures drop

residents will be at risk from mosquitoes carrying the eastern equine encephalitis virus.

This week, a resident of New York City passed away from the state’s first instance of mosquito-borne eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE, in almost ten years, prompting officials to declare a “imminent threat” to public health.

Two hours north of New York City, in Ulster County, lived the deceased person. This month, the case—which is the first human case in the state since 2015—was verified.

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York remarked, “We’ve been informed that this patient has passed away from EEE. Our hearts go out to their family.”

Infectious mosquitoes transmit the uncommon but deadly virus that causes eastern horse encephalitis. About 30% of people with EEE pass away from the illness, and those who survive frequently experience neurological issues. Medication or vaccinations are not available to treat or prevent it.