Increase in number of La Crosse Encephalitis infection cases in U.S. children

The video explains how a virus is transmitted through mosquito bites, leading to potential brain inflammation. Symptoms like fever and headaches may appear within one to two weeks. The CDC recommends using insect repellents containing DEET or picaridin to reduce infection risk.

What is the most effective way to reduce the chance of being infected with the virus?

What ingredients should insect repellents contain to be effective against the virus?