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PRO/AH/EDR> Eastern equine encephalitis – North America (38): USA (PA) wildlife

Eastern Equine Encephalitis -- United StatesA rare mosquito-transmitted virus that can be fatal to humans was recently confirmed in a deer found in Luzerne County.On [9 Oct 2019], the Pennsylvania Game Commission received a report of an emaciated deer standing on Swamp Road in Hunlock Township.According to the agency, the deer -- a doe -- stood with its head down and didn't respond when humans approached. The animal was euthanized by Game Commission officials, and subsequent testing revealed it was Read more [...]