Communication from the Department of Public Health submitting its Arbovirus Weekly Report for the week of August 19, 2024

This document is a weekly report from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health regarding the surveillance of West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis. It details the number of positive virus detections in mosquitoes, animals, and people across various counties and outlines specific risk levels for different towns. The report also provides public health recommendations, such as using insect repellent and removing standing water, to help residents reduce their exposure to these viruses.