Australian encephalitis viruses are a group of viruses that cause an acute infectious disease called encephalitis (or meningoencephalic meningitis) in humans. This is a serious and dangerous disease that can lead to death or disability if not treated promptly. Australian encephalitis viruses are found in Australia, New Guinea, and are also spread by humans through mosquito bites.
Symptoms of viral encephalitis vary depending on the type of virus, but they include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms. In more serious cases, coma and paralysis may occur,