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What causes St. Louis encephalitis?

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What causes St. Louis encephalitis?

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St. Louis encephalitis virus is a member of the genus Flavivirus, family Flaviviridae. Other similar diseases are West Nile virus, eastern equine encephalitis, western equine encephalitis, and La Crosse encephalitis. How do humans become infected with St. Louis encephalitis virus? St. Louis encephalitis virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. All residents of and visitors to areas where virus activity has been identified are at risk of getting St. Louis encephalitis, particularly persons living in crowded, low-income areas, and those who engage in outdoor work and recreational activities. St. Louis encephalitis virus infection is thought to confer life-long immunity against re-infection with St. Louis encephalitis virus. What can people do to prevent becoming infected with St. Louis encephalitis virus? The best way to avoid St. Louis encephalitis virus infection is to prevent mosquito bites. There is no vaccine or preventive drug. Prevention tips are si

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