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Dr. Fauci was hospitalized with West Nile virus and is now recovering at home, a spokesperson says
Read full article: Dr. Fauci was hospitalized with West Nile virus and is now recovering at home, a spokesperson saysA spokesperson says Dr. Anthony Fauci spent time in the hospital with a case of West Nile virus and is now recovering at home.
West Nile virus cases spike after 7 Harris County residents infected, 520 mosquito samples test positive
Read full article: West Nile virus cases spike after 7 Harris County residents infected, 520 mosquito samples test positiveThe Harris County Public Health has identified a spike in cases of West Nile virus after several people were hospitalized after being infected following Hurricane Beryl’s impact.
Fort Bend County reports first positive sample of West Nile Virus in mosquito for 2024
Read full article: Fort Bend County reports first positive sample of West Nile Virus in mosquito for 2024Fort Bend County Health and Human Services Environmental Health Division’s Mosquito and Vector Control program confirms the first positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample in the county in 2024.
West Nile virus: These are the most effective mosquito repellents; where officials are finding evidence of disease
Read full article: West Nile virus: These are the most effective mosquito repellents; where officials are finding evidence of diseaseHarris County Public Health said people need to know the department has found evidence of disease in our community and now is the time to protect yourself.
Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency says
Read full article: Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency saysEuropean Union officials say there is a growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue and chikungunya in Europe due to climate change.
1st death related to West Nile Virus reported in Montgomery County this year, officials say
Read full article: 1st death related to West Nile Virus reported in Montgomery County this year, officials sayA man, in his 70s, has died from the West Nile virus in Montgomery County, according to Texas Department of State Health Services.
Montgomery County man dies from West Nile virus; first death-related case for county in 2021, health officials say
Read full article: Montgomery County man dies from West Nile virus; first death-related case for county in 2021, health officials sayA Montgomery County man has died from the West Nile virus, making him the first reported WNV-related death in the county this year, according to the Montgomery County Public Health District.
First West Nile case reported in Texas: What you need to know to protect yourself
Read full article: First West Nile case reported in Texas: What you need to know to protect yourselfThe Texas Department of State Health Services has announced that the first case of West Nile has been reported in the state.
Brazos County confirms case of West Nile, travel-related case of Dengue fever
Read full article: Brazos County confirms case of West Nile, travel-related case of Dengue feverBRYAN, Texas – Brazos County’s health department confirmed Monday a case of West Nile and a travel-related case of Dengue fever. The county reported its first positive West Nile case in ZIP code 77803. The case of Dengue fever was found in ZIP code 77808 in a person who had traveled to Mexico. Symptoms of West Nile include headache, fever, body aches, joint pain, nausea and fatigue. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, symptoms of Dengue fever include nausea, vomiting, rash, aches and pains.
Mosquito samples test positive for West Nile virus in Montgomery County
Read full article: Mosquito samples test positive for West Nile virus in Montgomery CountyTHE WOODLANDS, Texas Two mosquito samples tested positive for the West Nile virus in the area of the Grogans Mill village in The Woodlands. Another round of treatment is scheduled for Monday. Residents are advised to avoid outdoor activity during the scheduled treatment hours. Officials also suggest residents wear insect repellent, eliminate standing water and wear long-sleeved, loose-fitting clothing. Any Montgomery County resident who needs assistance identifying mosquito breeding sites near their home is asked to call 281-364-4203 to set up an appointment.
Mosquitoes in Montgomery County test positive for West Nile virus
Read full article: Mosquitoes in Montgomery County test positive for West Nile virusThe first mosquito sample of the 2020 season has tested positive for West Nile virus in Montgomery County. Precinct 3 Commissioner James Noack announced on Facebook that his mosquito abatement team identified the first West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample on June 5. According to the post, the mosquito was trapped in one of the departments operational zones in the Panther Creek area in The Woodlands. The first round of treatment included spraying all streets and county right-of-ways within the affected area on June 6 and the second round of treatment is scheduled for Monday evening. Be sure to turn over or remove anything from your yard that can hold water, said Montgomery County Mosquito Abatement Director Justin Fausek.
First West Nile virus case reported in Chambers County, officials say
Read full article: First West Nile virus case reported in Chambers County, officials sayTEXAS – The Chambers County Health Department has confirmed a patient contracted the West Nile virus, making it the first case in the county in 2018. Health officials said the patient, who lives in western Chambers County, has been released from the hospital after treatment. “We are actively monitoring the situation, and further case investigation through the Public Health Department will continue,” said Dr. Clay Brown, a local health authority for Chambers County. West Nile virus season runs from June through October, officials said. READ: What you need to know about mosquito protectionSymptoms of the virus include:Stiff neckVision problemsBody tremorsMental confusionMemory lossSeizuresThe Texas Department of State Health Services recommends practicing the "Four Ds":