US EditionFirst Human Case of West Nile Reported in Livingston Parish
- The Louisiana Department of Health reported the initial human infection of West Nile virus for the 2025 mosquito season in Livingston Parish, where the affected individual required hospitalization due to severe complications.
- Since its initial identification in Louisiana in 2002, West Nile virus has continued to spread across the state, with 14 parishes confirming activity so far in 2025, and in 2024, the state reported 57 cases and three fatalities.
- Health officials warn that while most infected people develop no symptoms, about 20% experience West Nile fever and approximately 1 in 150 develop severe neuroinvasive disease affecting the brain and nervous system.
- Officials advise residents to prevent illness by using insect repellent, eliminating standing water, and note severe symptoms can cause paralysis or death, especially in older adults or those with medical conditions.
- The confirmed case underscores ongoing West Nile virus risks in Louisiana and supports public health efforts urging precautions throughout the 2025 mosquito season.
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LDH confirms first human West Nile virus of season - American Press
Special to the American Press The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first human case of West Nile virus of the mosquito season. This case was confirmed in an individual from Livingston Parish who was hospitalized due to complications from the infection. About 1 in 150 people who are infected with West Nile develop a severe illness that can affect the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, which may even cause paralysis or death.…
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Louisiana health officials report first human case of West Nile virus in Livingston Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- The Louisiana Department of Health reported the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this mosquito season. The patient, from Livingston Parish, was hospitalized with serious complications. No other details about the patient have been shared. LDH said West Nile virus is spread by mosquito bites. Most people don't get sick, but some may develop flu-like symptoms, including fever, headaches, body aches, na…
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