West Nile virus ‘possible’ in Pitkin County after Garfield County detection

West Nile virus ‘possible’ in Pitkin County after Garfield County detection

Mosquito bites are no longer just a nuisance, but a concern to public health. In light of Garfield County confirming the presence of West Nile virus and Redstone’s recent complaint of increased mosquito activity, those in this area should be aware of exposure risk. “We’ve historically considered ourselves to be relatively immune to most mosquito-borne diseases because of the high elevation,” said Carlyn Porter, emergency response and epidemiolog…