First case of West Nile virus confirmed in crow; health officials urge mosquito bite prevention.

The South East Health Unit confirmed the first case of West Nile virus (WNv) this year in an American crow in Brockville, Ontario. The health unit advises residents to take precautions against WNv, including using bug sprays, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, including fever, muscle weakness, and vision loss. The virus is spread by mosquitoes that bite infected birds.