Key Points
- There are no vaccines or medicine to prevent Jamestown Canyon virus disease (Jamestown Canyon).
- The best way to prevent Jamestown Canyon is to protect yourself from mosquito bites.
Prevention tips
Jamestown Canyon virus is spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes bite during the day and night.
There are no vaccines or medicines to prevent Jamestown Canyon.
The best way to prevent infection is to protect yourself from mosquito bites.
- Use insect repellent
- Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants
- Treat clothing and gear
- Take steps to control mosquitoes indoors and outdoors
Additional information about protecting yourself from mosquito bites is available on the CDC Mosquitoes website.