Encephalitis is mainly transmitted to man by the bite of an infected mosquito. This virus affects the central nervous system's brain and spinal chord. Symptoms are fever, headache, muscle weakness, seizures, stupor, coma and sometimes death. You can help prevent Encephalitis by keeping mosquitos from breeding. Mosquitos grow and develop in standing water.
Water standing for just a few days can produce many mosquitos.
Empty containers such as bottles, cans, drums, etc. There is a large horse population in the upper and lower valley areas and horse owners are urged to maintain their horse encephalitis vaccinations up to date. Mosquitoes are more active during evening and nighttime hours. If you will be outdoors during these times, protect yourself by using a mosquito repellent and light long-sleeved clothing. So far, there have been no cases of arboviral encephalitis reported in El Paso.