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  • Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) is a rare but potentially serious infection of the brain caused by the Murray Valley encephalitis virus.
  • Murray Valley encephalitis can spread to humans through mosquito bites.
  • There is no effective treatment or vaccine for MVE.
  • The best prevention is to protect yourself against mosquito bites.
  • Mosquito surveillance and control activities are in place across Victoria to reduce the risk of MVE and other mosquito-borne diseases.

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Reviewed on: 10-03-2023