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

Medicine & Technology Jul 31, 2023

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

Sep 12, 2022

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

Sep 01, 2022

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

Aug 16, 2022

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?

Jun 01, 2022

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

Jul 02, 2021

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

Jun 17, 2021

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.

Coronavirus Patients Recommended to Take Extra Precautions with West Nile Fever

Aug 19, 2020

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.

Climate Change Is Increasing the Risk of Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Aug 06, 2020

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.

The West Nile Virus Is Now in Fresno: Local Health Officials Urge Residents Not to Take the Disease Lightly

Jun 05, 2020

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: What is it and Why Preventive Measures are Necessary?

Apr 25, 2020

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

May 12, 2017

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

May 11, 2017

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

West Nile Virus Still Threatening Massachusetts

Oct 28, 2015

the season has ended but there are still cases reported for the West Nile Virus.

Mosquitoes Carrying West Nile Virus Found Again In Menlo Park

Sep 03, 2015

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