Communication from the Department of Public Health submitting its Arbovirus Weekly Report for the week of August 5, 2024

This document is a weekly report from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health that provides data on mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and eastern equine encephalitis. It details the number of positive virus samples found in mosquitoes, animals, and humans across various counties, noting that risk levels have been raised in several areas due to recent detections. The report also outlines public health recommendations, such as using EPA-registered repellents and removing standing water, to help residents reduce their exposure to these viruses.