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Viral Encephalitis Testing Program

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Robert D. Boromisa, PhD
Telephone: (518) 869-4568

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CLIA # 33D0654341
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Lacrosse encephalitis virus detected in New York State (1959 - 2005)

Cases sorted by highlighted counties (mosquito pool isolation):

  • Erie -- 2004
  • Niagara -- 1998
  • Orange -- 2005
  • Rockland -- 1969
  • 11 mosquito pools (3 in 1974, 5 in 1976, 3 in 1977) from unknown counties.

Cases sorted by highlighted counties (human case):

  • Jefferson -- 1998
  • Queens -- 1997
  • Westchester -- 1978