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West Nile Virus Kills 3 in Missouri Amid Nationwide Surge

Missouri health officials are urging precautions as the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported 16 confirmed cases this year on Oct. 4.
Mosquito activity has increased, with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services saying virus levels are the highest in recent years as infected mosquitoes surge, causing a rise in West Nile virus cases this year.
Hospital records indicate 15 hospitalized patients and three deaths, and about 1 in 5 infected develop flu-like illness, especially in older adults or those with weakened immune systems.
National data indicate the CDC reports cases 40% higher than normal as George Turabelidze warned residents to remain vigilant amid rising West Nile virus cases.
The CDC reports cases are 40% higher nationwide, with more than 770 cases identified by early September, marking an unusually active season.

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West Nile virus kills 3 in Missouri amid nationwide surge

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Mosquito-borne virus surging in Missouri, killing 3 and hospitalizing 15

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