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West Nile Virus Claims First Victim in Allegheny County

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News

A woman in her 80s from Pittsburgh's Elliot neighborhood has died after being hospitalized with West Nile virus, marking the first human case of the virus in Allegheny County this year. The Allegheny County Health Department has set up additional mosquito traps and sprayed affected areas with a non-harmful pesticide. Most people infected with West Nile virus recover on their own, with only a small percentage developing symptoms. Pennsylvania has reported a total of 10 cases of West Nile virus this year. Residents are encouraged to report mosquito breeding sites and seek medical evaluation if they suspect they have the virus.

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West Nile Virus Activity Surges in Sacramento's Hotspots

Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCRA Sacramento

Two specific areas in Sacramento, South Natomas and South Sacramento, are experiencing a rise in West Nile virus activity in mosquitoes. Laboratory results have confirmed an increase in mosquito samples and dead birds testing positive for the virus in these neighborhoods. The extreme heat in recent days has contributed to the increase in mosquito populations. The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District is closely monitoring these areas and taking measures to control adult mosquito populations.

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