Information for Healthcare Providers and Laboratories

The mosquito-borne viruses found in Georgia cause similar clinical manifestations. Healthcare providers are encouraged to consider all mosquito-borne viruses in Georgia (West Nile virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus, LaCrosse virus, and St. Louis Encephalitis virus) when an arboviral infection is suspected in a patient.

  • Contact Information:
  • Phone: (404) 657-2588
  • After Hours Public Health Emergencies: 1-866-PUB-HLTH (1-866-782-4584)
  • e-mail: gaepinfo@dhr.
    state.ga.us