NT Health said the death is one of two recent cases of Murray Valley encephalitis in the region - both being in infants. 9News
The child died from Murray Valley encephalitis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease that occurs after being bitten by an infected mosquito, in the Big Rivers region.
NT Health said the death is one of two recent cases of Murray Valley encephalitis in the region - both being in infants.There have been four cases of Murray Valley encephalitis in the Top End this year. The death and rise in cases have sparked a warning for Territorians and tourists to protect themselves and children from mosquitoes."The symptoms of MVE include severe headaches, high fever, drowsiness, tremor, seizures , and in some cases the disease can progress to delirium, coma, permanent brain damage or death," NT Health said.Murray Valley encephalitis is spread from infected mosquitoes.
NT Health urges people to use protective repellants, wear protective clothing and avoid outdoor exposure around dusk, dawn and at night in areas with dense vegetation. The authority also advises using mosquito coils, lanterns or barrier sprays in outdoor spots and mosquito-proof nettings over prams and strollers.Continue reading
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