Three more cases of West Nile virus were confirmed Tuesday in sentinel chickens placed around Pinellas County, health officials said.
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No human cases of West Nile have been reported in the county this year.
Ulibarri said the first positive test for West Nile in 2014 was in early August as well, and that everyone should review the ways to keep mosquitos at bay and bites to a minimum.
“These are the third positive mosquitoes identified in the state of Connecticut by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) this year. along with Guilford and New Haven. which was identified the same day as Stamford”, the two wrote in announcing the tests Wednesday. Those who do get sick usually experience mild symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle ache, rash and fatigue.
According to researchers, using an inactive virus means anyone could use it, including vulnerable groups such as people with weak immune systems and the elderly.
The staffers remove the trap the following day and then test the insects so as to determine if the virus is present among them.
– Avoid areas where mosquitoes are prevalent. These areas can include urban catch basins, clogged gutters, discarded tires, poorly maintained swimming pools, flower pots and other types of plastic containers. West Nile has also been found in more horses in Washington State. Stagnant water is where most mosquitoes breed.
Use insect repellents that contain an EPA-registered active ingredient whenever you’re outdoors.
Less than 1 percent of infected people develop a serious neurologic illness, such as encephalitis or meningitis (inflammation of the brain or surrounding tissues).
Accodring to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) An experimental vaccine that’s intended to protect against the West Nile Virus is set to enter human trial.
A portion of the city is set to be fogged Wednesday and Thursday for mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus.
Eliminate standing water in your yard. Do not spray repellent on the skin under your clothing.
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Wear shoes, socks, long trousers, and long-sleeved shirts. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly.
