St. Louis encephalitis risk factors

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anthony Gallo, B.S. [2]; Contributor(s): Vishnu Vardhan Serla M.B.B.S. [3], Irfan Dotani [4]

Overview

The most potent risk factor in the development of St. Louis encephalitis is old age. Common risk factors in the development of St. Louis encephalitis are immunosuppression, mosquito contact, and travel to Central and South America.

Risk Factors

The most potent risk factor in the development of St. Louis encephalitis is old age. Common risk factors in the development of St. Louis encephalitis are:

• Immunosuppression
• Residing or visiting woodland areas
• Mosquito contact
• Bird contact
• Outdoor recreational activities
• Low income
• Travel to Central and South America