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West Nile virus (WNV) has been the dominant cause of mosquito-borne illness in the United States since its introduction into North America in 1999. There are no vaccines nor medications to prevent or treat illness in people,
Philadelphia's Health Department will spray for mosquitoes in West Fairmount to combat potential West Nile virus carriers. The treatment is set for August 19, dusk, with a rain date on August 20.
An American crow in Walnut Creek was found to be the second bird infected with West Nile Virus, according to the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District.
A Q&A with Jordan Mandli of the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District, which says the Midwest is at increased risk for the West Nile virus.