Mosquito-borne virus detected in Chatham County
Above: Headlines Friday The Coastal Health District is alerting residents of Chatham, Effingham and Bryan counties after chickens tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis. EEE is a mosquito-borne virus that causes swelling, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The virus can be transmitted to humans through mosquito bites. DHP said Mosquito Control was notified of the positive chicken test on June 30, 2023. Trending Story Rebel Wilson’s action-comedy film set to shoot in Savannah. Want to be part of it? See the staff at Tyler Perry Studios shooting a new movie in the Savannah area. Here’s what we know: Savannah doctor back in prison, now charged with child molestation He said chickens were found in Chatham, Georgia Department of Public Health It was the Bloomingdale area of the county. Mosquito repellent is sprayed in this area. A statement issued by the DHP said, “Following the 5Ds to prevent mosquito bites can reduce the risk of EEE virus transmission. Dusk/Dawn – Avoid dusk and dawn activities during the summer months when mosquitoes Dress – Wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants to reduce the amount of skin exposed. DEET – Cover exposed skin with a repellent containing DEET, which is the most effective repellent against mosquito bites. Drains – Empty out any containers that hold water, such as buckets, barrels, flowerpots, and tarps. This is because they become hotbeds for mosquitoes that carry the virus. Doors – Make sure doors and windows are properly repaired and securely fastened, and repair torn or broken screens to prevent mosquitoes from entering. out of the house. ”
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The Coastal Health District is alerting residents of Chatham, Effingham and Bryan counties after chickens tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.
EEE is a mosquito-borne virus that causes swelling in the brain, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The virus can be transmitted to humans through mosquito bites.
DHP said Mosquito Control was notified of the positive chicken test on June 30, 2023.
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The Georgia Department of Public Health said the chicken was found in the Bloomingdale area of Chatham County. The area is sprayed with mosquito repellent.
In a statement issued by DHP,
“By following the 5Ds to avoid mosquito bites, you can reduce your risk of contracting the EEE virus.
- Dusk/Dawn – Avoid activity at dusk and dawn during the summer months when mosquitoes are most active.
- Clothing – Wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants to reduce skin exposure.
- DEET – Cover exposed skin with a repellent containing DEET, which is the most effective repellent against mosquito bites.
- Drainage – Empty containers that hold standing water, such as buckets, barrels, flowerpots, and tarps. This is because they become hotbeds for mosquitoes that carry the virus.
- Doors – Make sure your doors and windows are properly repaired and fit tightly, and repair torn or broken screens to keep mosquitoes out of your home. ”
