2024 health warning issued for northern WA; 2 MVE deaths, 4 cases, advise mosquito bite protection.
A health warning has been issued for northern WA, advising residents and travellers to protect against mosquito bites following two deaths due to Murray Valley Encephalitis (MVE) this year. The Pilbara, Kimberley, Gascoyne, and Midwest regions are at elevated risk, with four MVE cases reported in 2024. The Department of Health urges basic precautions such as packing effective repellent and wearing loose-fitting clothing.
June 26, 2024
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