5 human West Nile virus cases reported in Windsor-Essex County, with 8 positive mosquito pools, and 13 human cases in Massachusetts.
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has warned residents about the heightened risk of West Nile virus (WNV), reporting five human cases and eight positive mosquito pools this year, up from previous years. In Massachusetts, the virus has been detected in 332 mosquito samples, with 13 human cases reported. Health officials recommend using EPA-registered insect repellents, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water to reduce mosquito breeding.
September 27, 2024
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