US EditionOn the Trail of the West Nile Virus
- On Monday afternoon, the Knox County Health Department detected West Nile Virus in mosquitoes during routine surveillance in East Knoxville and intends to treat affected streets with spray on Wednesday evening.
- Officials detected the virus through routine mosquito surveillance as warmer weather increased mosquito activity, raising the risk of transmission to humans.
- Health agencies advise reducing exposure by draining standing water, wearing long sleeves and pants, using EPA-registered insect repellents, and avoiding outdoor activity at dusk and dawn.
- Approximately 20% of those infected develop symptoms similar to the flu, including high temperature, headaches, muscle pain, or skin eruptions. Serious health complications primarily occur in individuals over 60 years old or those with compromised immune systems.
- The planned spraying aims to reduce mosquito populations and virus spread, while public warnings emphasize preventive measures amid a heightened regional risk during early summer.
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West Nile virus detected in major Colorado city ahead of peak mosquito season
According to Larimer County officials, a sample of the local mosquito population has tested positive for West Nile virus. The mosquitos in question were collected from the southeast area of Fort Collins.
Mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile virus in Larimer County
DENVER (KDVR) — The West Nile virus was found in a mosquito sample in Larimer County, marking the first detection in the area this season. On Monday, Larimer County said a mosquito sample tested positive for the West Nile virus after they were found in the southeast area of Fort Collins. This comes after the county began testing mosquitoes in Larimer County during the first week of June. ‘I can’t stand it anymore’: Neighbors prepare for 6 m…
West Nile detected in mosquito sample in Larimer County
LARIMER COUNTY, Colo. Larimer County health officials announced Monday that a sample of the mosquito population tested positive for West Nile virus.The sample was taken from the southeast area of Fort Collins, according to the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment.They stated that these findings indicate the onset of a heightened risk for residents, particularly as warmer weather leads to increased mosquito activity throughout the …
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