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Traditionally, the virus is more common in warmer states. “The Southeast has been pretty prominent for West Nile … Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, that type of area, but now we ...
A second person has died of West Nile virus this summer in South Dakota, according to the state Department of Health's dashboard. A total of 16 human cases had been reported statewide as of Aug.
West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne illness that can cause serious illness or death. NC's first 2025 case was reported this week.
West Baton Rouge detected its first mosquito of the season with West Nile virus, parish mosquito control announced Monday. The bug was found in the north end of the parish, around Bueche, the ...
The investigation can take time to conclude. Anselmo said cases of West Nile virus in La Plata County are fairly rare, with an exception in 2023 when 11 cases were reported.
Most people infected with West Nile virus won't see any symptoms at all. About 1 in 5 develop a fever, with possible headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash.