Latest Mosquito Testing Results
The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station traps, identifies, and tests mosquitoes for encephalitis viruses.
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Third Human Case of West Nile Virus Identified In Connecticut This Season
The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that a resident of Southington has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) infection.
Another Five Human Cases of West Nile Virus Identified In Connecticut
The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that it has learned of five more Connecticut residents who have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) infection, bringing the total for this season to 15 human WNV cases.
Four More Human Cases of West Nile Virus Identified In Connecticut
The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that it has learned of four more Connecticut residents who have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) infection, bringing the total for this season to ten human WNV cases.
Gov Malloy and Public Health Officials Advise Residents of Increased West Nile Virus Activity
Governor Dannel P. Malloy and state public health officials are advising Connecticut residents to be aware of a rapid build-up of West Nile virus (WNV) activity within the state as recent tests show that infected mosquitoes are rising at levels higher than normal for this time of year.
First Two Human Cases of West Nile Virus Identified In Connecticut This Season
The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that a resident of Fairfield and a resident of Newington have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) infection.
West Nile Virus Found In Mosquitoes in Five CT Towns
The State Mosquito Management Program today urged Connecticut residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases.
Risk of Mosquito-borne Diseases Expands Across State
EEE detections have expanded westward to new CT towns; EEE infection of a horse in Fairfield County
Risk of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Continues
The State Mosquito Management Program is advising Connecticut residents about the continued risk of eastern equine encephalitis infection this season.
DEEP and DPH Advise Precautions to Avoid Mosquitoes
Due to recent CAES reports of EEE in mosquitoes in Canterbury and Voluntown, the Connecticut DEEP and DPH advise taking extra precautions to protect against mosquitoes when recreating outdoors.
DPH Announces First Case of West Nile Virus Infection this Year
The Connecticut Department of Public Health announced that a Connecticut resident has tested positive for West Nile virus infection.
DEEP Mosquito Management Program to Spray for Mosquitoes in Mt. Misery Area of Pachaug State Forest
The CT DEEP Mosquito Management Program will conduct insecticide spraying on the evening of Thursday, August 29, at Pachaug State Forest.
State Reports First Positive Mosquitoes for EEE Virus in Canterbury, CT
The State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program announced that mosquitoes trapped in Canterbury on July 16 tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus.
State Mosquito Monitoring Program Begins Testing for Mosquito-Borne Viral Diseases
The 2024 mosquito trapping and testing program, coordinated by The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will run from June 3 until the end of October.
Second Connecticut Horse Confirmed Positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture announced today the second equine case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) for 2023.
CT Equine Owners Urged to Vaccinate and Take Precautions to Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture is reminding the state’s equine community to take appropriate measures to protect against eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus.
Latest Mosquito Testing Results
The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station traps, identifies, and tests mosquitoes for encephalitis viruses.
Human Surveillance of West Nile Virus
Surveillance includes monitoring mosquitoes, domestic animals, poultry, and humans. The Connecticut Department of Public Health provides laboratory testing of cerebrospinal fluid and blood from persons hospitalized with illnesses consistent with WNV infection.
Mosquito Control Around the Home
The best way to manage mosquitoes around the home is to eliminate standing water where mosquitoes can lay eggs. DEEP’s Wetland Habitat and Mosquito Management Program uses an integrated approach to manage mosquitoes that includes public education and cultural, biological, and chemical control methods.