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West Nile virus cases rising nationwide amid mosquito season.
- Source :
- Family Practice News; Jun2023, p1-2, 2p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- The article focuses on the rising cases of West Nile virus across the U.S. during mosquito season. Several states have reported new cases, and health officials are urging people to take preventive measures such as using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing to avoid mosquito bites. The virus, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, can lead to severe neuroinvasive disease and has no specific treatment for humans.
- Subjects :
- WEST Nile fever transmission
MOSQUITOES
INSECT baits & repellents
PUBLIC health
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03007073
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Family Practice News
- Publication Type :
- News
- Accession number :
- 164825579