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West Nile Virus Infecting Many Parts of US; Experts Blame Climate Change For Increasing Mosquito-Borne Diseases

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.31.2023 07:39 AM

West Nile virus WNV) is the primary mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States, typically transmitted to humans through mosquito bites during the summer and fall. Read the article to learn more.

South Carolina Records First West Nile Virus-Related Death This Year, Health Department Confirms

09.12.2022 23:26 PM

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirms 11 human cases of West Nile virus, along with 5 birds and 38 mosquito samples so far this year. Read the article to know more.

West Nile Virus: Greece Confirms 123 Cases, 11 Related Deaths While Illinois Reports First Death Case

09.01.2022 00:58 AM

Cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in many countries in which some of them have died due to the infection. Read the article to know more details about this current epidemic.

West Nile Virus Detected in Record Number of Mosquitoes in NYC, 2 Human Cases Reported

08.16.2022 22:52 PM

West Nile virus has been detected in a record number of mosquitoes and two human cases are reported — one in Brooklyn and another one in Queens. Read the article to learn more about this story.

West Nile Virus Kills American Crow in Sacramento; What Happens If WNV Hits Humans?

06.01.2022 05:25 AM

The first case of the West Nile Virus has been reported in Sacramento after a dead American crow was recovered. Read on to know what to do if you are affected by the said virus.

West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquito Samples in Massachusetts, Marking the First Time This 2021

07.02.2021 07:38 AM

The Department of Public Health announced that a mosquito sample from Massachusetts had tested positive for the West Nile virus. As of now, no animals or humans have been tested with the virus or Eastern Equine Encephalitis this year.

West Nile Virus 2021: Illinois Confirms First Positive Mosquitoes; No Humans Infected So Far

06.17.2021 06:52 AM

The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed the first mosquitoes positive of the West Nile virus in the state for this year. But no human cases were reported so far.

Israel Reports West Nile Virus-Infected Mosquitos

08.19.2020 23:10 PM

Israel's health authorities confirmed the first cases of mosquitos carrying the West Nile Fever which is typical for the next few months. With the Covid-19 pandemic ongoing, patients are to take extra precautions against mosquito bites.

West Nile Cases to Increase in L.A. Coastal Area Due to Climate Change

08.06.2020 06:40 AM

With temperatures getting significantly warmer each year due to global warming, mosquitoes carrying deadly viruses are thriving in areas like Los Angeles, California. The same pattern is happening on a global scale.

Confirmed! The West Nile Virus Is Now in Fresno: Here's How to Protect Yourself From the Mosquito Disease

06.05.2020 06:08 AM

Fresno county's health officials have released a report confirming mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus in the area. Officials are warning residents to be alert and to take extra precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

Texas Confirms First West Nile Virus Positive Mosquito This 2020: What is it and Why Preventive Measures are Necessary?

04.25.2020 00:18 AM

No one was hoping for it, but residents at Tarrant County in Texas are now at hazard for the West Nile Virus as health officials confirm a mosquito positive for the virus, the first for this year. Locals are now advised to take extra caution when going out by using repellants and putting on long pants and sleeves. Click the link to watch a video explaining the West Nile Virus.

Crab Shells: The Best Way To Get Rid Of Malaria Virus

05.12.2017 04:50 AM

The recent study showed that crab shells mixed with silver particles can control the spread of mosquito-borne diseases

How Often Mosquitoes Bite: Know Why Temperature Plays A Major Role In The Spread of Mosquito-Borne Diseases

05.11.2017 05:44 AM

According to recent study temperature greatly affect the level of dengue, chikungunya, West Nile, and Zika Virus victims.

West Nile Virus Still Threatening Massachusetts

10.28.2015 03:29 AM

the season has ended but there are still cases reported for the West Nile Virus. The West Nile Virus has been terrorizing Massachusetts and has infected nine people so far.

Mosquitoes Carrying West Nile Virus Found Again In Menlo Park

09.03.2015 20:11 PM

City officals of Menlo Park, California, have warned that West Nile carrying mosquitoes are present in the city again.

West Nile Virus was being Carried By a Mosquito

08.03.2015 01:50 AM

West Nile virus can cause complications for patients with pre-existing conditions. Loveland, Colorado (CBS4) - A new case of West Nile virus in a human being confirmed.

Texas Reports First Case of West Nile Virus

05.21.2015 22:09 PM

The Texas Department of State Health Services has reported the state's first case of West Nile virus and is now reminding people how to protect themselves from the virus caused by mosquitoes.

A Promising Vaccine May Reveal an End to West Nile in the States

05.08.2015 19:46 PM

The first human trials of an investigational vaccine against West Nile virus have begun. Researchers will evaluate the efficacy of the vaccine in the clinical trials which are taking place at Duke University. Currently there is no approved vaccine for use in humans.

Scientists Develop New Insecticide to Fight Off Mosquitoes

04.02.2015 15:13 PM

New Tool in the Fight against Mosquitoes Most people care about animals, some are even vegetarians or vegans, but not many people care about insects. Still, no insectgets so much active hate as the mosquito.

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