The majority of the mosquitoes the province is counting proper now are simply widespread pests, however Curry says they’ve discovered a few of the culex tarsalis mosquitoes which can carry West Nile virus.
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In 2014 thee were 7 positive mosquito sample cases in Schuylkill County.
This is the first time WNV have been found in the Schuylkill County. Most people that get sick have mild, flu-like symptoms, lasting for three to six days – such as fever, headache and body aches. “There is no reason for the residents of Wadsworth to change their daily activities”.
Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors.
Mosquito samples collected early this month in several parts of the city tested positive for West Nile virus, David Schmidt, West Nile coordinator for Lancaster and Lebanon counties, said in an email. In late July, the state’s first and so far only human case was reported, a Venango County woman in her 70s. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. There is no vaccine or prophylaxis available, the only prevention is through avoiding and preventing mosquito bites.
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As a precaution, the health department said it will work in partnership with the City of Wadsworth to identify and treat areas of standing water in Memorial Park.
