PRO/AH/EDR> St. Louis encephalitis virus – USA (05): (CA)

St. Louis Encephalitis — United States
Kern County [California] Health officials confirm the 1st St. Louis encephalitis-associated death in the area this year [2016]. They say the resident had pre-existing health conditions.
“This is a tragic reminder that serious diseases can be transmitted by mosquitoes,” says Matt Constantine, Director of Kern County Public Health Services in a news release. “We strongly encourage residents to protect themselves and family members from mosquitoes.”
St. Louis encephalitis virus (SLEV) is