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Rare mosquito-borne virus case confirmed in Oconee County SC
FOX Carolina News • • health
Key Points:
- A single case of La Crosse encephalitis (LACE), a rare viral illness spread by infected mosquitoes, has been confirmed in an Oconee County resident from Westminster, South Carolina.
- There is no current evidence of widespread transmission in the county, and the disease primarily affects children under 16.
- County officials plan to begin mosquito spraying within a one-mile radius of Old Seneca Road starting Friday evening to prevent further spread.
- Residents are advised to eliminate standing water, use insect repellent, wear protective clothing, repair screens, and supervise outdoor activities in wooded areas to reduce mosquito exposure.
- For questions, residents can contact the South Carolina Department of Public Health or Oconee County Emergency Services via phone or email.
