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West Nile virus Articles
West Nile virus News : New West Nile virus strain may worsen epidemic Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:10:39 GMT Niagaraâs first sign of West Nile virus this season has been confirmed, say health officials. A dead crow found in Fort Erie has tested positive for the illness, which can be spread to humans by mosquitoes. Niagara Regionâs public health department reminded residents the virus may be present [...]West Nile virus News : 117 West Nile Virus Deaths in 2007 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:30:48 GMT As the 2008 West Nile virus season begins in the U.S., the CDC says last year there were 175,000 infections, with 1,227 serious cases and 117 deaths.West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes in Worcester Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:50:07 GMT BOSTON -- Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus have been found in a sample collected by state health officials in Worcester.Elderly Modesto Man Contracts West Nile Virus Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:14:25 GMT A 78-year-old Modesto man has been hospitalized after he contracted the West Nile virus.West Nile virus in St. Charles Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:39:27 GMT BOUTTE â Just one month after finding mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus in Destrehan, St. Charles Parish officials say a sample collected from Boutte also contained the disease-infected bugs.West Nile virus found in two birds Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:25:49 GMT A pair of dead American crows found in Vacaville tested positive for West Nile Virus, county health officials announced Wednesday. They are the first birds to test positive in Solano County in 2008. There have been no human cases in Solano County so far this year; however, there has been one human case statewide.City advises residents to protect against West Nile Virus Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:18:55 GMT  David Naparstek, Commissioner of Health and Human Services, is working to protect Newton residents from the West Nile virus. No West Nile virus yet Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:08:38 GMT By Sheri Monk âI have never seen so many mosquitoes in my lifeâthere were hundreds of them,â said Mark Caswell, town administrator. Caswell is charged with setting carbon-emitting traps twice weekly before sending them to the provinceâs West Nile virus expert for analysis.South Dakota reports first West Nile virus detection of the season Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:17:19 GMT The Department of Health today reported South Dakotaâs first West Nile virus detection of the year, a Corson County resident in the 30 to 39 age group.West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes in Worcester Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:07:32 GMT Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus have been found in a sample collected by state health officials in Worcester. It's the first time this year that the virus... Massachusetts health officials announce first positive West Nile virus mosquito pool Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:53:05 GMT The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time this year.  The mosquito sample was collected on June 27 in the city of Worcester. West Nile Virus Detected In Worcester Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:26:33 GMT The first West Nile Virus mosquitoes of the year have been detected in Massachusetts. According to the Department of Public Health, the mosquito pool came from Worcester in late June.West Nile virus detected in Mass. mosquitoes Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:50:53 GMT State public health officials are warning people to take precautions after the discovery of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus for the first time this year.West Nile Virus Risk May Be Less In 2008 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:36:51 GMT The breeding conditions for mosquitoes in Colorado this year may mean people most at risk from West Nile virus could catch a break.West Nile Virus season arrives locally Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:15:27 GMT A combination of factors has led to the appearance of West Nile Virus in the Sacramento region. Six mosquito samples taken in Sacramento County have tested positive for the virus, and 10 infected dead birds have been reported, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Vector Control District.West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes in Worcester Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:52:20 GMT BOSTON - Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus have been found in a sample collected by state health officials in Worcester. It's the first time this year that the... Mosquitoes Found With West Nile Virus Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:13:27 GMT Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus were found in Worcester, the Department of Public Health announced Wednesday. Uintah Basin man infected with West Nile virus Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:35:30 GMT A Uintah Basin-area man has been infected with West Nile virus, the first lab-confirmed human case in Utah this season, according to Joseph Shaffer, director of the TriCounty Health Department, which serves Daggett, Duchesne and Uintah counties.Remember West Nile Virus Safety This Fourth of July Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:06:00 GMT With the Fourth of July weekend approaching and families and friends gathering outdoors, the Mosquito and Vector Control Association of California is encouraging everyone to take precautions against West Nile virus.West Nile Virus in Massachusetts: First Instance of Summer 2008 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:28:23 GMT The public may not be quite as freaked out by West Nile Virus as it once was , but the disease is definitely still around. WNV was detected in mosquitoes in Worcester on June 27, marking the first time the virus has been found here in 2008. There were six cases of West Nile Virus in humans in Massachusetts in 2007. People over 50 are more likely to be seriously affected by the disease, which ...West Nile Virus Source Found In North County Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:56:31 GMT County health officials find a cluster of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus at Hubbert Lake in Oceanside.Crow Tests Positive For West Nile Virus Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:57:48 GMT A dead crow found in the town of Parry Sound has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). This is the first bird to test positive for the virus in 2008 in the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit area. Further surveillance will be carried out by the North [...]Mosquito-borne West Nile virus could attack Florida again, officials warn Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:55:29 GMT Remember the West Nile virus? First West Nile virus sample found in Allegheny Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:26:11 GMT A mosquito sample from the Pittsburgh suburb of Wilkinsburg is the first to test positive for the West Nile virus in Allegheny County this year.Lebanon county areas to be sprayed for West Nile Virus Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:44:22 GMT Three areas of Lebanon County are to be sprayed tonight to kill mosquitoes potentially carrying the West Nile Virus, according to an announcement by the state Department of Environmental Protection.West Nile virus detected in Allegheny County Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:46:28 GMT A mosquito collected last week in Wilkinsburg was the first of the year to test positive for West Nile virus in Allegheny County, the county Health Department announced today.West Nile Virus Found Bird and Horse In Western Wisconsin Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:29:12 GMT State Health Officials are Investigating cases of the West Nile Virus found in a bird and a horse in Western Wisconsin.2 new cases of West Nile virus reported in Mississippi Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:47:09 GMT State health officials report two new human cases of West Nile virus in Mississippi, bringing the total thus far this year to seven.Health Officials Confirm Two New Human West Nile Virus Cases Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:36:37 GMT Mississippi health officials report two additional West Nile virus human cases and one case of Lacrosse encephalitis.First bird, horse test positive for West Nile virus Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:57:32 GMT State and county health officials today announced that one bird in Eau Claire County and one horse in Chippewa County have tested positive for West Nile virus. These are the first animals to test positive for the virus in Wisconsin this year. Although very few mosquitoes actually carry the virus, birds and other animals can act as an early warning system for West Nile virus since they indicate ...West Nile virus found in Boutte Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:38:40 GMT Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus were found near Magnolia Ridge Road in Boutte in mosquito samples collected June 20, according to St. Charles Parish's mosquito control contractor.West Nile virus found in mosquito in Wilkinsburg Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:31:25 GMT A mosquito in Wilkinsburg has tested positive for the West Nile virus -- the season's first. ...West Nile virus appears in Wisconsin Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:32:46 GMT State health officials announced Monday that tests found West Nile virus in a bird and horse, the first such positives this year in Wisconsin.West Nile Virus blues Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:35:03 GMT It might sound a lot like high schoolâs sex education â but, like pregnancy, the best way to treat the rising rate of Coloradoâs West Nile virus is to focus on prevention methods.County to spray for West Nile virus Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:13:52 GMT The Erie County Department of Health will spray insecticide in Millcreek Township this evening to help prevent West Nile virusTwo Animals Test Positive For West Nile Virus In The Area Mon, 30 Jun 2008 23:36:40 GMT Health experts say a blue jay in Eau Claire County and a horse in Chippewa County have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Experts say mosquitoâs feed off of infected birds and animals and then spread the virus to humans by biting them.2 new cases of West Nile virus reported Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:54:29 GMT The state Health Department is reporting two new cases of West Nile virus infections and one case of Lacrosse Encephalitis, another mosquito-borne illness.Two New Cases Of West Nile Virus Reported In Mississippi Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:09:10 GMT JACKSON (AP) -- State health officials report two new human cases of West Nile virus in Mississippi, bringing the total thus far this year to seven. The Mississippi State Department of Heath said the new cases occurred in Hinds and Jones Counties.West Nile Virus Hit Hinds and Jones Counties Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:16:24 GMT Today, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports two new human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2008,Health Officials Say West Nile Virus 'Endemic' to Area Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:25:59 GMT After reports of mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile virus (WNv) are throughout St. Louis County, local health officials said it is inevitable that mosquitoes testing positive are in Franklin County.West Nile Virus has an advantage when it's warm Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:33:33 GMT West Nile Virus isnât just a problem of the summertime. Itâs a problem which grows rapidly with increasing temperatures, which means it affects places like Wisconsin and may affect many others with the advent of global warming.Advent of summer means a return of West Nile virus Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:46:06 GMT With rising temperatures and summer activities beckoning folks outdoors, health officials are warning citizens about the West Nile Virus. In 2006 Ravalli County had its first confirmed human infection. Since then, numerous horses and one duck have contracted the virus.City joins battle against West Nile Virus Sun, 29 Jun 2008 11:18:33 GMT The City of Farmington Hills has once again taken action to reduce the risks of West Nile Virus in the community. City workers have treated all city-owned storm water catch basins with a slow-release larvicide known to kill mosquitoes. The chemicals in the briquettes, approved for use by the EPA, will reduce the mosquito population and greatly decrease the risk of being infected with West Nile ...West Nile virus information: How to reduce risks? Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:53:39 GMT THE DISEASE: OF THOSE INFECTED ⢠1 in 150 suffer severe illness or death. The virus can cause meningitis or encephalitis. Other severe symptoms include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, disorientation, coma, muscle weakness and paralysis.Higher Temperatures Helped New Strain Of West Nile Virus Spread Fri, 27 Jun 2008 22:35:11 GMT Higher temperatures helped a new strain of West Nile virus invade and spread across North America. Researchers found that the new strain is more efficiently transmitted than the older strain, and the advantage of the new strain increases with higher temperatures. These findings help explain the spread of virus strain responsible for largest US epidemics. BSU researchers begin work on West Nile virus vaccine Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:34:22 GMT Over the last two summers, more than 1,100 Idahoans have gotten sick with West Nile virus. Two battles are being waged against the bug -- one with information, the other with science. Boulder County confirms first case of West Nile Virus this year Fri, 27 Jun 2008 22:30:37 GMT One of the first two confirmed cases of West Nile Virus in the state this year is a 61-year-old woman living in eastern Boulder County, health officials announced today.Colorado Records First 2008 Cases Of West Nile Virus Fri, 27 Jun 2008 21:58:49 GMT Colorado health officials have reported the first two human cases of West Nile virus in the state this summer -- in Boulder and Logan counties.West Nile Virus Detected In Madison County Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:22:06 GMT Horse owners are urged to have animals vaccinated. |
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