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Mosquito Youth Education
There are two mosquito borne diseases endemic in Maine: Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV).
Symptoms of EEE include: high fever, sore neck, headache, lack or energy, and inflammation of the brain. For more information on EEE
Symptoms of WNV include: fever, headache, body aches, and a skin rash. For more information on WNV
It is possible to be infected with EEE or WNV and not have any symptoms.
Always remember when at home or traveling, no matter the season, it is a great idea to avoid contact with mosquitoes and ticks because they can carry many different diseases. Both kids and parents should always dress properly and wear appropriate insect repellents and do a daily “tick check” when exposed.
Resources for Schools
Activities:
- Crossword (pdf*)
- Eliminate Water Activity (image)
- Hot Spots Activity Sheet (word*)
- Inspector Check List (word*)
- Inspector Star Badge (word*)
Public Service Announcements (provided by federal CDC)**
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- Video:
- English High Quality RealPlayer video
(Real Media - 30 sec.) - English Low RealPlayer video
(Real Media- 30 sec.) - West Nile virus PSA in English Real Player Video
(Real Media - 33 sec.)
- [ Mosquito buzzing]
Have you heard the buzz about West Nile virus? Protect yourself and your family from the mosquito bites that spread the virus. Use mosquito repellent when you go outside. When possible, wear long-sleeved shirts and pants. Remove standing water, where mosquitoes breed. Most people who get West Nile virus don't feel sick, but it may cause serious illness. Fight the bite! Tell mosquitoes to buzz off!
- [ Mosquito buzzing]
- English High Quality RealPlayer video
- Radio:
- Radio English "Keep It Close" Track 1
(mp3 - 30 sec.) - Radio English "Keep It Close" Track 2
(mp3 - 15 sec.) - Radio Spanish "Keep It Close" Track 3
(mp3 - 30 sec.) - Protecting Yourself and Your Community from West Nile Virus***
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Introduction (3.85 MB Real Audio .rm file) - How the Virus works (3.086 MB Real Audio .rm file)
- Human Disease (6.072 MB Real Audio .rm file)
- Prevention (9.714 MB Real Audio .rm file)
- Animal Infection (10.440 MB Real Audio .rm file)
- Conclusion (2.514 MB Real Audio .rm file)
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