Eastern Equine Encephalitis: A Deadly Threat in New York

Date: September 25, 2024, 12:00 PM GMT

Executive summary: Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), a rare but serious mosquito-borne disease, has claimed the life of a New York resident, marking the first human death from the virus in the state since 2015. The death has prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare EEE an "imminent threat to public health," leading to increased mosquito control efforts and warnings for residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.

News about EEE

New York declares ‘imminent threat’ after first death from eastern equine encephalitis in decade

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The first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in New York since 2015 has resulted in a death, prompting the state to declare the virus an "imminent threat." The death occurred in Ulster County, and the governor’s office has announced increased mosquito control efforts and public health warnings.

The Independent (14 hours ago)

New York resident with state’s first case of mosquito-borne EEE virus in nearly a decade has died

The first resident to contract Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in New York State since 2015 has died, according to Governor Hochul’s office. The case was confirmed in Ulster County and has raised concerns about the spread of the virus.

New York Post (19 hours ago)

First EEE death in N.Y. prompts Hochul to declare imminent threat

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared the mosquito-borne EEE virus an imminent threat to the public after the death of a person in Ulster County. The state is launching mosquito mitigation efforts, including spraying and making insect repellent available for visitors at state parks and campgrounds.

UnionLeader.com (20 hours ago)

New York has first death from eastern equine encephalitis in nearly 10 years

The Ulster County individual with New York’s first eastern equine encephalitis case in almost 10 years has died, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday as she declared the mosquito-borne illness an "imminent threat." The death follows recent reports of EEE cases in other states.

Newsday (4 hours ago)

New York state confirms first eastern equine encephalitis death in Ulster County

New York state officials confirmed the first fatality in the state from eastern equine encephalitis, more commonly known as EEE. The death occurred in Ulster County, and the governor has declared the virus an "imminent threat."

WPTZ (12 hours ago)

Videos about EEE

EEE declared an "imminent threat" in New York

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New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis​, or EEE. CBS News New York’s Jenna DeAngelis reports.

YouTube (2:18) (9 hours ago)

One person in NY has died after contracting Eastern Equine …

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The first resident to contract Eastern Equine Encephalitis, also known as EEE, in New York State since 2015 has died, according to Governor Hochul’s office.

YouTube (2:37) (19 hours ago)

‘BREAKING OVERNIGHT: EEE death reported in New York’

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A person in New York died of the mosquito-borne virus EEE, health officials reported. For more Local News from WFSB: https://www.wfsb.com/ For more YouTube …

YouTube (1:01) (20 hours ago)

First Human EEE Death in NY in Nine Years

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The New York State Department of Health announced on Monday that the first human case of EEE in New York since 2015 has died.

YouTube (1:12) (18 hours ago)

‘Public Health Alert : New York”s First E.E.E Death since 2015 …’

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The first person to be diagnosed with Eastern equine encephalitis in New York in nearly a decade has died, prompting Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare the rare, …

YouTube (0:25) (17 hours ago)

Other news about EEE

NY Sees First Death From EEE Virus—How to Protect Yourself

Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) has tragically claimed its first New York victim in nearly a decade, leading to a state of emergency. While the virus is rare, it is serious, with a high fatality rate.

Time Magazine (10 hours ago)

Second US death from EEE mosquito virus reported in New York, residents warned

A second death from the EEE virus has been reported in the United States, this time in New York. The virus, which is spread by mosquitoes, has been identified in seven states across the country.

USA Today (14 hours ago)

New Yorker dies of eastern equine encephalitis

A person in New York state has died after contracting eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), according to the Governor Kathy Hochul’s office. The case was confirmed in Ulster County, marking the first human case of the rare, mosquito-borne illness in the state since 2015.

Crain’s New York Business (23 hours ago)

‘New Yorker Dies of Rare Mosquito-Borne Illness: ”Imminent Threat” Declared’

A New York resident has died from a rare mosquito-borne illness known as Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The death has prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare the virus an "imminent threat to public health," leading to increased mosquito control efforts and warnings for residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.

Newsweek (14 hours ago)

With EEE and West Nile virus on the rise, mosquito season is far from over

A New York resident who tested positive last week for a rare mosquito-borne illness has died. The death, attributed to Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), has prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare the virus an "imminent threat to public health."

New York Post (15 hours ago)

Reddit discussions about EEE

New York on ‘high alert’ after woman dies of EEE virus

A woman has died after being bitten by a mosquito in New York. She became the first person to die from eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in the state in nearly a decade. The death has prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare the virus an "imminent threat to public health" and has raised concerns about the spread of the virus.

Reddit (14 hours ago)

New York on ‘high alert’ after woman dies of EEE virus

A woman has died after being bitten by a mosquito in New York. She became the first person to die from eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in the state in nearly a decade. The death has prompted Governor Kathy Hochul to declare the virus an "imminent threat to public health" and has raised concerns about the spread of the virus.

Reddit (14 hours ago)

New York Resident Dies Of Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus …

New York Resident Dies Of Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus Known As Eastern Equine Encephalitis … Two years after the death of Jina Mahsa Amini we will never …

Reddit (14 hours ago)

New York resident with state’s first case of mosquito-borne …

[Local] – New York resident with state’s first case of mosquito-borne EEE virus in nearly a decade has died.

Reddit (19 hours ago)

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Reddit (15 hours ago)

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I’m looking to get a kitten for free or cheap around the Burlington area I can go a little further like Essex or such.

Reddit (15 hours ago)

‘Other COVID-Conscious Folks? : r/Albany’

Stay home if you are sick, whether with Covid or any other illness, otherwise just live your life. … Avoid mosquitoes; eastern equine encephalitis has been …

Reddit (15 hours ago)

‘What to do : r/burlington’

Horribly racist and violent things, death threats and vulgarities echoing off the storefronts. … Burlington deemed at risk for Eastern equine encephalitis. 142 …

Reddit (15 hours ago)

Dating in Albany

Death. Taxes. People agreeing that it sucks trying to meet people in … Avoid mosquitoes; eastern equine encephalitis has been identified nearby. 135 …

Reddit (19 hours ago)

This is a serious public health concern, and it is important to be aware of the risks and take precautions.

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