The health department in Massachusetts announced the first case of Eastern equine encephalomyelitis (EEE) this year, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by mosquito-borne diseases.
EEE is fatal in 30% of cases and many survivors suffer neurological problems. With no vaccine or medication available, states are implementing measures to reduce mosquito populations.
Despite social media claims linking Bill Gates to EEE outbreaks due to genetically modified mosquitoes, DW fact-checking confirms these allegations are false, emphasizing the historical risks of mosquito-borne diseases.
Over 700,000 people die globally from mosquito-borne illnesses annually, drawing attention to the necessity of public health interventions against these dangerous insects.
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