West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes Across Multiple US States
Health officials report positive mosquito samples in New York City, Boulder County, and several other regions, urging residents to take precautions.
- West Nile virus has been confirmed in mosquitoes in all five boroughs of New York City and Boulder County, Colorado.
- 25 human cases of West Nile virus have been reported in the U.S. this year, with 11 resulting in neuroinvasive disease.
- Health departments in Texas, New Jersey, and New York's Suffolk County have also reported positive mosquito samples.
- Residents are advised to use insect repellent, wear long sleeves, and eliminate standing water to reduce mosquito exposure.
- West Nile virus can cause severe symptoms such as encephalitis and meningitis, though most infections are mild.