One case of neuroinvasive West Nile virus is confirmed in Garfield County, according to an Oklahoma State Department of Health weekly report.
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While Mesa County hasn’t had human case of West Nile yet this year, health officials have detected a pool of mosquitoes carrying the virus.
Three horses have been diagnosed with West Nile virus in Okanogan County since the beginning of September. The Culex mosquito is usually active during the early morning and evening hours.
New cases of West Nile and Zika viruses have been reported.
Health officials stressed that the larvicide contains a bacterium that doesn’t hurt people and pets, but kills mosquito larvae.
The agency says there are infected mosquitoes throughout the Louisville area; specifically 8 areas.
The county Department of Health recommends that individuals should continue to protect themselves when outdoors by using an effective mosquito repellent and wearing long trousers and long sleeves.
“West Nile mosquitoes are present throughout the community, so just make sure you use an insect repellant when you go outside”, Moyer said.
Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause fever, rash, muscle and joint aches and red eyes (conjunctivitis). However, less than 1 percent of infected people develop a serious neurologic illness such as encephalitis or meningitis.
Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites: Wearing long-sleeves, long trousers and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
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It is especially important to prevent night mosquito bites by having good window screens and by using a screened tent if sleeping outside. The statement also did not specify how it was determined the animal was carrying the virus.
