JEV detected in Griffith

Jan 15, 2025

Griffith and other Murrumbidgee region communities are urged to be on high alert after the detection of the potentially life-threatening Japanese encephalitis.

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After recent weather patterns of rain followed by hot days, health agencies only recently issued warnings about protecting ourselves from mosquito-borne diseases.

Last month, JEV was detected at Lake Wyngan near Griffith during NSW Health’s routine mosquito surveillance.

The Southern Riverina News has heard reports of at least one person falling ill in the Griffith region, requiring treatment at a metropolitan hospital.

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network said JE has also been detected at Moree, and the Narromine region.

Murray Valley encephalitis has also been detected at Cowra and West Wyalong.

Both viruses can cause brain swelling, and even death.

The Edward River, Murray River, Berrigan Shire and Murrumbidgee Council regions are included in the free JE vaccination program.

Learn more about vaccinations, symptoms, treatment and prevention by going to www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/jev/Pages/vaccination.aspx.

By Southern Riverina News

Southern Riverina News generic byline.