Rare Mosquito-Borne Diseases Detected in Onondaga County
The Onondaga County Health Department has confirmed the presence of two rare mosquito-borne diseases, Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV) and Flanders Virus (FLAV), in local mosquitoes. While JCV can cause symptoms ranging from mild flu-like symptoms to severe encephalitis, FLAV has not been known to cause disease in humans but may indicate potential West Nile Virus transmission. The Health Department advises the public to take precautions against mosquito bites and will continue monitoring and reporting on these viruses.