Triple E: Why is eastern equine encephalitis potentially so deadly?

In 2024, the news of several US deaths from the mosquito-borne virus known as eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) once again turned the spotlight on this rare but serious disease. During the summer, the state of New York saw its first fatality from the virus, and in New Hampshire a man died within a week of contracting it, despite being healthy and having no underlying conditions. So, what exactly is EEE, and why is it so dangerous? Click through this gallery and find out more about how the disease can spread, and what precautions to take.