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    West Nile Virus is transmitted by mosquitoes that have bitten infected birds, was first identified in Africa in 1937 and has now spread worldwide, with symptoms including fever, headache, and body aches in most cases but potentially vision problems; to prevent it, people should protect against mosquito bites by wearing repellent, avoiding dawn and dusk outdoors, covering skin, removing standing water, and repairing screens.

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    West Nile Virus is transmitted by mosquitoes that have bitten infected birds, was first identified in Africa in 1937 and has now spread worldwide, with symptoms including fever, headache, and body aches in most cases but potentially vision problems; to prevent it, people should protect against mosquito bites by wearing repellent, avoiding dawn and dusk outdoors, covering skin, removing standing water, and repairing screens.

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    West Nile Virus (WNV)

    Facts, Signs, and Prevention


    Bangladesh

    What Is WNV?

    Transmitted by mosquitoes that bit infected birds

    First identified in eastern Africa in 1937

    Appeared in United States in 1999

    Now worldwide in topical and temperate climates

    Now reported in 48 states

    At risk: People with weak immune systems

    What Are the Symptoms?

    Most commonly resemble the flu

    High fever

    Headache

    Body aches

    Nausea / vomiting

    Vision problems

    How Can I Avoid WNV?

    Protected against mosquito bites

    Wear repellent with EPA- recommended ingredients

    Avoid being outdoors at dawn and dusk

    Wear clothes that cover skin

    Remove standing water from yard vessels

    Repair damaged window and door screens

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