A case of La Crosse encephalitis (LACE) has been confirmed in a resident of Oconee County, South Carolina, originally from Westminster. This is a single case, and there is no indication of widespread transmission. LACE is a serious viral illness transmitted by mosquitoes, most often affecting children under 16 years of age. Preparations are underway for mosquito spraying within a one-mile radius of Old Seneca Road.
Death from Bacterial Meningitis in Ceuta
15/10/2026
