The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services says that a resident in Bow, NH has tested positive for Jamestown Canyon virus.
JCV is transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito and there are currently no vaccines to prevent JCV. Treatment consists of supportive care.
The person experienced fever and mild neurological symptoms, but was not hospitalized. They are doing well,according to NH DHHS.
2nd Case of Jamestown Canyon Virus identified in New Hampshire.
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