Research Notes on La Crosse Encephalitis
La Crosse (LAC) encephalitis is a mosquihto-borne virus caused by an infected tree-hole mosquito. The mosquitos become infected by biting an infected squirrel, or chipmunk. Symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and lethargy. In children under 16; severe disease can occur producing seizures, paralysis and coma. Death is rare; occuring in less than 1% of cases. You cannot get La Crosse encephalitis from squirrels or chipmunks. The virus has been found in some parts of Virginia and several Midwestern and Mid-Atlantic states.
Top Resources on La Crosse Encephalitis
- Wikipedia: La Crosse encephalitis
- Minnesota Department of Health: LaCrosse Encephalitis Basics
- U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine : Just The Facts: LaCrosse encephalitis
- CDC: Fact Sheet: La Crosse Encephalitis
- Virginia Department of Health: La Crosse Encephalitis
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