West Nile virus cases reported across U.S. and Canada; health officials urge precautions.

West Nile virus has been detected in multiple locations across the US and Canada, with confirmed cases reported in Nashville, Tennessee, and Lenoir County, North Carolina, and positive mosquito samples in Florida, Georgia, Ontario, and New York. Health officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, including using repellents, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water. While most infections are mild, the virus can cause severe illness in some individuals.