Western equine encephalitis
Overview
Western equine encephalitis: An infectious disease caused by an arbovirus (Alphavirus - Togaviraidae) and transmitted by infected mosquitoes. The infection primarily attacks that central nervous system and severity can range from asymptomatic to severe complications and even death in rare cases.
Symptoms
Nausea Vomiting Diarrhoea Fever Tachycardia
Causes
Although no individual risk factors exist except for age, behavioral risk factors exist. Behavioral risk factors primarily include outdoor activities during peak mosquito activity, most often in rural areas.