Deadly Mosquito-Born Virus EEE Detected in Michigan for the First Time in 2021
Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a deadly a mosquito-borne virus, has been detected for the first time this year in Michigan.
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First Mosquito-Borne Virus of 2021 Detected in Michigan
Grab the bug spray! Mosquitoes recently collected in three Michigan counties have tested positive for the Jamestown Canyon virus.
Local West Michigan TV Reporter Hospitalized With West Nile
Barton Deiters of WOOD TV8 has been in the hospital for the last two weeks as doctors treat symptoms of West Nile. There currently is no cure for the mosquito-borne disease.
Aerial Treatment Scheduled for West MI this Week to Kill Mosquitoes
Treatment is expected to begin on Wednesday night.
Reschedule Outdoor Activities Due to EEE, Says MI Health Department
The mosquito-borne virus is outpacing last year's numbers.
MI Lawmaker Says Landscapers Needed Because of Mosquitos and EEE
The Stay-At-Home say landscapers are not essential workers, but Sen. Kim LaSata says that's not true.
Michigan Health Officials Issue Warning: EEE Threat is Not Over
This year in Michigan, EEE has been confirmed in 10 people, with five fatalities.
More EEE Confirmed in Kent County as Aerial Treatment Completed
More than 557,000 acres in 14 counties have been treated.
Maps Show Exact Areas to Be Sprayed for Mosquitoes in Michigan
Includes a street-by-street look at Kent County.
GRPS Changes Outdoor Activities Due to EEE and West Nile Virus Threat
Health officials are asking residents to avoid evening activities, so GRPS is making some schedule changes.