Western Equine Encephalitis Prevention

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Western Equine Encephalitis Guide

Cary Cook BSN RN

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Prevention

There is no vaccine against WEE for humans, although there is a vaccine for horses. Prevention of WEE focuses on controlling mosquitoes and avoiding mosquito bites. Steps you can take to avoid mosquito bites include:

  • Stay inside between dusk and dark, when mosquitoes are most active.
  • Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outside.
  • Spray exposed skin with an insect repellent that contains up to 35% diethyltoluamide (DEET).

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