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West Nile Virus

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

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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