West Nile Virus Detected in Pittsburgh, First Human Case Reported

A Baldwin resident in Allegheny County has been hospitalized with the first human case of West Nile virus in Pennsylvania this year. The patient experienced fever and weakness and had been outdoors frequently. In response, additional mosquito traps have been set up in the area. West Nile virus is spread by infected mosquitoes, and while most people do not feel sick, symptoms can include fever, headache, and body aches. There are no vaccines or treatments for the virus, and residents are advised to use bug spray and eliminate stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding.