Leah's Story: Communication Resources

What to know

You can share Leah’s story and help prevent others from getting sick. Download the free materials below for posting on Facebook and Instagram.

Social media graphic. Text says, "La Crosee viurs is rare but serious. It is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito."

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La Crosse virus causes a rare but serious disease and is spread by mosquitoes. The best way to protect your family is by removing standing water around your home and using EPA-registered insect repellent.

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Graphic images note the ways to prevent La Crosse virus infections, including removing standing water and using insect repellents.
How to protect against La Crosse virus.

La Crosse virus is spread by mosquitoes and can cause serious illness in children under 16 years. Protect your family by removing standing water around your home where mosquitoes like to lay their eggs.

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Graphic images note ways to prevent La Crosse virus infections, including by removing standing water.
How to protect against La Crosse virus: remove standing water.

La Crosse virus is spread by mosquitoes and can cause serious illness in children under 16 years. Protect your family by wearing EPA-registered insect repellent when spending time outside.

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Graphic images note ways to prevent La Crosse virus infections, including using insect repellent.
How to protect against La Crosse virus: use EPA-registered insect repellent.

Help prevent La Crosse virus infections‎

During the transmission season, distribute door hangers describing the signs and symptoms of La Crosse virus disease and way to prevent infection in risk areas.
La Crosse Virus Door Hanger
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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)