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Officials have confirmed the discovery of the first mosquitoes carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Michigan this year.

Aerial treatment to prevent the spread of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus has been completed with approximately 462,000 acres treated, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced Thursday. The treatment, which started on Sept. 16, was completed Wednesday, according to MDHHS. “Aerial treatment was important to protect the health and safety of Michiganders,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, MDHHS chief medical executive and chief deputy for health. A Montcalm County resident is suspected of having EEE following preliminary testing. Individuals younger than 15 and over 50 are at a high risk on contracting the virus, MDHHS said in a press release.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced Wednesday the first night of aerial treatment is underway to combat the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus in Montcalm and Clare counties. Other counties -- including Kent, Newaygo, Oceana, Muskegon, Mecosta and Ionia counties -- may receive treatment Wednesday depending on the weather. While EEE has been confirmed in horses, a West Michigan resident is also suspected of having the mosquito-borne illness -- the first human known to contract EEE this year in Michigan. Michiganders are strongly urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites following the suspected EEE case along with nine confirmed cases of West Nile Virus. The outbreak at that time extended to 10 human cases and 46 animal cases.

Officials are set to conduct aerial mosquito treatment Wednesday night in 10 Michigan counties that are considered high risk for the deadly disease Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). State officials said they’re concerned about increasing cases of EEE in horses and the first suspected human case in a man from Barry County. Late summer and early autumn is the time of year when cases of West Nile Virus and EEE rise. In addition to concerns about EEE, there have also been nine confirmed cases of West Nile Virus -- including cases in Wayne and Oakland counties and Detroit. RELATED: Michigan confirms first 2020 human case of West Nile virus in Wayne County residentIn addition to wearing mosquito repellent, experts recommend getting rid of standing water around your property to remove potential breeding grounds and repairing any holes in window screens.

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A West Michigan resident is suspected of having the mosquito-borne illness Eastern Equine Encephalitis, the first of the year in Michigan. Michiganders are strongly urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites following the suspected EEE case along with nine confirmed cases of West Nile Virus. More than 25% of the country’s EEE cases last year were diagnosed in Michigan, MDHHS officials said. On Monday, Michigan announced aerial treatment for mosquitoes in 10 counties to help limit EEE risk. LAST YEAR: 6th fatality linked to mosquito-borne EEE reported in Michigan

Cases of the rare mosquito-borne virus Eastern Equine Encephalitis, known as EEE, are popping up in Michigan and other U.S. states.What is Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)? EEE virus (EEEV) is one of a group of mosquito-transmitted viruses that can cause inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). EEE cases occur primarily from late spring through early fall, but in subtropical endemic areas (e.g., the Gulf States), rare cases can occur in winter. According to Vector Disease Control International, eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) is a zoonotic alphavirus and arbovirus, and was first recognized in horses in 1831 in Massachusetts. Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) is maintained in a cycle between Culiseta melanura mosquitoes and avian hosts in freshwater hardwood swamps.

Officials are set to conduct aerial mosquito treatment in 10 Michigan counties that are considered high risk for the deadly disease Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed 22 cases of EEE in horses across Michigan. READ: Oakland County residents urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites amid confirmed EEE casesHealth officials have determined a targeted aerial treatment plan is necessary. This means mosquito control treatment will be required for those areas that are identified by the aerial treatment plan, with exception of federal properties and tribal lands. Aerial treatment is conducted by specialized aircraft, beginning in the early evening and continuing up until the following dawn.

DETROIT – The Oakland County Health Division and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services are reminding residents to take precautions from mosquito bites as cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis have been confirmed in two horses in Holly and Ortonville. MDHHS also recommends out of an abundance of caution that officials consider postponing, rescheduling or cancelling outdoor activities occurring at or after dusk, particularly activities that involve children. Read more: Michigan health department encourages officials to reschedule outdoor activities as EEE cases increase“These animal cases show that EEE is present in Oakland County,” said Leigh-Anne Stafford, health officer for Oakland County. “Residents in all of our communities need to take simple steps to reduce the risk of serious disease from mosquito bites such as limiting exposure at outdoor activities and wearing mosquito repellent.”Follow these prevention tips:Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellent. The public is urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites until the first hard frost of the year.

As of Thursday, Sept. 10, EEE has been confirmed in 19 horses in nine Michigan counties including Barry, Clare, Isabella, Jackson, Kent, Mecosta, Montcalm, Newaygo and Oakland. To date, no human cases have been identified. In 2019, there were 10 human cases of EEE in Michigan, which is equal to the total number of cases in the previous 10 years combined. Last year, Michigan accounted for 25 percent of the EEE cases nationally. You can also call the MDHHS hotline, which will now take calls for general questions about both COVID-19 and EEE at 888-535-6136.

Michigan health officials have confirmed the state’s first human case of West Nile virus for 2020 in a Wayne County resident. “Whether you’re talking about West Nile, EEE or any other mosquito-borne disease, people and animal owners should take every precaution necessary to prevent infection,” state veterinarian Nora Wineland said. MORE: MHSAA reinstates fall football, other high school sports in MichiganIn 2019, 12 human cases of West Nile virus were reported, including two deaths. Most people who become infected with West Nile virus won’t develop symptoms, but some could become sick three to 15 days after exposure. Here are some recommended steps to avoid West Nile virus, EEE and other mosquito-borne diseases:

LANSING, Mich. – Officials have confirmed the second case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) for 2020 in a 12-year-old horse from Montcalm County. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) State Veterinarian, Dr. Nora Wineland, confirmed the case. EEE is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes to both animals and people. Humans can also be infected, and symptoms in humans include sudden onset of fever, chills, and body and joint aches. EEE can develop into severe enephalitis, resulting in headache, disorientation, tremors, seizures, and paralysis.

She became stable enough Sept. 5 to be transferred to Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, officials said. "Aug. 16, she started acting a little bit different," Dooley said. Learn more about Savanah's recovery in the video below (from Mary Free Bed). Doctor provides details on Savanah's conditionHenry provided an update on Savanah's condition and recovery in a video provided by Mary Free Bed. You can hear Dooley talk about the support the family has received in the video below (from Mary Free Bed).

She became stable enough Sept. 5 to be transferred to Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, officials said. "Aug. 16, she started acting a little bit different," Dooley said. Learn more about Savanah's recovery in the video below (from Mary Free Bed). Doctor provides details on Savanah's conditionHenry provided an update on Savanah's condition and recovery in a video provided by Mary Free Bed. You can hear more about the symptoms in the video below (from Mary Free Bed).

LANSING, Mich. - Health officials have confirmed another human case of Eastern equine encephalitis in Michigan as aerial spraying in 14 counties concludes. Five additional cases of EEE have been confirmed in horses in Jackson, Kent and Tuscola counties, according to officials. The illness in the Cass County resident and the horses was contracted before aerial treatment began on Sept 30, health officials said. Aerial treatment covering more than 557,000 acres has been completed, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The confirmed cases were in Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties.

LANSING, Mich. Health officials have confirmed another human case of Eastern equine encephalitis in Michigan as aerial spraying in 14 counties concludes. Five additional cases of EEE have been confirmed in horses in Jackson, Kent and Tuscola counties, according to officials. The illness in the Cass County resident and the horses was contracted before aerial treatment began on Sept 30, health officials said. Aerial treatment covering more than 557,000 acres has been completed, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The confirmed cases were in Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties.

DETROIT - Local 4 spoke with an expert from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services about mosquito-borne EEE, an illness that has killed four Michigan residents this year. MDHHS officials began aerial spraying to combat the illness Monday, and the spraying has continued throughout the week. "We are seeing cases -- we have one in Livingston County even, now, which is very unusual for this state. We have taken this act to protect the health and safety of Michigan residents. Typically, when we start seeing these EEE cases, the first cases we see are in animals and horses, which is what happened again this year.

DETROIT Local 4 spoke with an expert from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services about mosquito-borne EEE, an illness that has killed four Michigan residents this year. MDHHS officials began aerial spraying to combat the illness Monday, and the spraying has continued throughout the week. "We are seeing cases -- we have one in Livingston County even, now, which is very unusual for this state. We have taken this act to protect the health and safety of Michigan residents. Typically, when we start seeing these EEE cases, the first cases we see are in animals and horses, which is what happened again this year.

4th Michigan resident dies from mosquito-borne EEEA fourth Michigan resident has died from Eastern equine encephalitis, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday. EEE has been confirmed in nine people in Michigan in Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties. Police are searching for a man and a woman who are believed to have stolen from 7-Eleven store in Macomb Township. READ MOREMysterious deathPolice are investigating the mysterious death of a Clinton Township man who was reported missing and later found dead in a burned Detroit home. Tweets by Local4NewsCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

James Gathany/CDC(CNN) - A person in their 60s has died of Eastern equine encephalitis, Connecticut health officials said Tuesday. The death is the third in Connecticut this year and brings the total of EEE deaths in four states this year to 10. In addition to the Connecticut deaths, three people have died in Massachusetts, three in Michigan and one person has died in Rhode Island. There are typically only 5 to 10 human cases reported in the United States each year, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This year, there has been an unusual uptick in the number of reported cases and deaths.

LANSING, Mich. - Monday night was the first night of aerial treatment to combat Eastern equine encephalitis, and the treatment covered 128,000 acres. More counties are scheduled for treatment Tuesday night, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Some originally planned treatment zones were only partially treated Monday and will be on Tuesday night's schedule. Other treatment zones were selected as weather alternatives in case of storms. While the aerial spray is meant to reduce human risk of catching EEE from mosquitoes, it's still important to protect yourself.

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Several counties in Michigan will undergo aerial treatment to combat Eastern equine encephalitis, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Three more EEE animal cases have been confirmed, with Allegan and Livingston counties impacted. The counties slated for treatment include area 3-1 in Berrien County, area 5-2 in Cass County and areas 12-2 and 12-3 in St. Joseph County. Additional treatment will begin in areas 13-1, 5-1 and 12-1, which encompass parts of Van Buren, Cass and St. Joseph counties. As of Sunday, EEE has been confirmed in nine people and three people have died in Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties.

(CNN) - The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported on Wednesday there's been a fourth death in the commonwealth from Eastern equine encephalitis, bringing the nationwide total to 10 deaths. Eastern equine encephalitis, known as EEE, is a rare virus transmitted by mosquitoes. EEE virus has been found in 422 mosquito samples in Massachusetts this year, according to the department, many in species that are capable of spreading the virus to humans. "Although mosquito populations are declining at this time of year, risk from EEE will continue until the first hard frost," said State Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Brown. The spraying helps reduce the risk of EEE, but the risk will persist until that first hard frost.

- Another person who was infected with Eastern equine encephalitis has died, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health said on Friday. Another Massachusetts EEE patient, Laurie Sylvia, died in August. There are 35 Massachusetts communities now at critical risk of EEE and 40 at high risk of the mosquito-borne virus. Tests show the EEE virus has been found in 421 mosquito samples there this year, many in species that can spread the virus to humans. In addition to the Massachusetts cases, there are confirmed human cases in Michigan and Rhode Island so far this year.

As Massachusetts and other parts of New England scramble to respond to a breakout of a rare mosquito-borne virus, one little girl's story is providing some much-needed hope. SUDBURY, Massachusetts (CNN) - As Massachusetts and other parts of New England scramble to respond to a breakout of a rare mosquito-borne virus, one little girl's story is providing some much-needed hope. Sophia's dire condition sparked the concern of thousands of strangers online, and a verified GoFundMe for the little girl's medical expenses has now topped $150,000. EEE is very rare -- according to the CDC, there are only about 5-10 reported cases in the United States every year. However, about 30% of EEE cases end up being fatal.

Three people have now died in three states from the mosquito-borne illness known as EEE. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.

The total number of human cases of EEE this year in Massachusetts is now at seven. Though Brown said seven cases was considered a lot, it is not a lot historically. The most recent outbreaks occurred from 2004-2006 and 2010-2012 were 22 human cases were confirmed. "Even though temperatures have cooled off, it is not unusual to see human EEE cases confirmed in September," Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner Dr. Monica Bharel said in a statement. Additional cases of the virus have been confirmed in animals this year in Massachusetts: eight horses and one goat.