What is West Nile virus infection?
Town of Tewksbury - Board of HealthWest Nile virus infection is caused by West Nile virus (WNV), a flavivirus previously found only in Africa, Eastern Europe, Australia, and West Asia. WNV is closely related to St. Louis encephalitis virus (SLEV), which is found in the United States, and to Kunjin virus (KV), which is found in Australia, some Western Pacific islands and parts of Southeast Asia.
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Spirit of Healing June & July2003 NewsLetterContact your health care provider if you have concerns about your health. If you or your family members develop symptoms such as high fever, confusion, muscle weakness, and severe headaches, you should see your doctor immediately. The best way to avoid the virus is to avoid mosquito bites. Mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn. They live in damp areas with standing water. It is safest to avoid such areas. There are also mosquito repellants to help keep them away.
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Uinta County, WY - Official WebsiteThere is no specific treatment for West Nile Virus infection; however a physician may prescribe medications to relieve the symptoms of the illness. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
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Uinta County, WY - Official WebsiteMost people infected with West Nile Virus do not become ill. People with a mild infection may present with fever, headache, eye pain, muscle aches, joint pain, a rash on the trunk, and/or swollen lymph nodes. In severe cases (less than 1% of those infected), symptoms include extreme muscle weakness, inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), paralysis, and coma. In rare cases the infection may be fatal, particularly in the elderly and people with other medical conditions.
Related QuestionsFrequently Asked QuestionsMost people infected with this virus do not have any symptoms. Some people experience a mild illness characterized by fever, headache, tiredness, aches, and sometimes a rash. Although the illness can be as short as a few days, even healthy people have been sick for several weeks. The more severe type of West Nile virus disease is sometimes called “neuro-invasive disease” because it affects a person’s nervous system.Related Questions
What can be done to prevent a West Nile virus infection?
Uinta County, WY - Official WebsitePreventing mosquito bites will prevent West Nile Virus infection. Personal protective measures such as limiting the time spent outdoors at dawn and dusk or other times mosquitoes are active; wearing long sleeve shirts and long pants when outdoors; using insect repellents (containing DEET) when outdoors; and putting screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquito entry which can serve to reduce or prevent mosquito bites. Reducing mosquito populations will also reduce mosquito bites.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWest Nile virus is transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito. Some people never have symptoms, but others experience a range of symptoms that can include fever, headache, muscle aches and sometimes paralysis. Someone suffering a severe headache or other neurological signs should see their doctor for testing. Free blood testing for arboviruses is offered by the DOH laboratories. The proper diagnosis is important for a better chance of survival.
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Beaverton Public Works - Operating Division - West Nile Viru...No. West Nile infection is NOT transmitted from person to person. For example, you cannot get West Nile Virus from touching or kissing a person who has the disease, or from a health care worker who has treated someone with the disease.
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The city of Millbrae - West Nile Virus FAQWest Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne disease that is common in Africa. Western Asia and the Middle East.
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The city of Millbrae - West Nile Virus FAQPeople usually get WNV from the bite of an infected mosquito. There is also evidence that WNV can be acquired via a blood transfusion or organ transplant from an infected donor.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsAccording to the most recent reports that we have heard, one llama was suspected of having had West Nile Virus, but it was not confirmed. There has been a confirmed case in an alpaca.
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West Nile virusHumans—Most humans infected with the virus are not aware that they have contracted it. If a person does become ill, clinical signs are usually mild and include fever, headache, body aches and, in some cases, skin rash and swollen lymph nodes. Signs of more severe infection include high fever, neck stiffness, muscle weakness, convulsions and paralysis. Death rates associated with severe infection range from 3% to 15% and are highest among the elderly.
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Beaverton Public Works - Operating Division - West Nile Viru...In 1999, 62 cases of severe disease, including 7 death, occurred in the New York area. In 2000, 21 cases were reported, including 2 deaths in the New York City area. In 2001, there were 66 human cases of severe disease and 9 deaths. To date, there have been 256 confirmed deaths in the U.S. attributed to the West Nile Virus. No reliable estimates are available for the number of cases that occur worldwide.
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The city of Millbrae - West Nile Virus FAQWest Nile virus was first detected in the United States in New York in 1999. Since then, WNV has spread to 46 states, Canada, and Mexico . In 2004, WNV infections have been reported from San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, Imperial, Kern, and Fresno counties. In Northern California, WNV was recently detected in Dixon, CA.
Related QuestionsHow many human cases of West Nile virus were found in 2003?
The city of Millbrae - West Nile Virus FAQLast year there were almost 10,000 human cases of WNV detected, including 262 deaths in the United States.
Related QuestionsCan I get West Nile Virus from a dead crow?
West Nile Virus Frequently Asked Questions- Fairfax County, ...No, People become infected by the bite of a mosquito infected with West Nile virus. There is no evidence that a person can get the virus from handling live or dead infected birds. However, you should avoid using your bare hands when handling any dead animals.
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Uinta County, WY - Official WebsiteWest Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord). West Nile Virus infections generally occur during warm weather months when mosquitoes are active.Related Questions
Frequently Asked QuestionsWest Nile Virus is a mosquito-born virus that can cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) in humans and horses. Mosquitoes that acquire it from infected birds transmit the virus. This virus was first discovered in the United States in New York in 1999 and has quickly spread throughout the U.S. Previously, West Nile Virus had only been seen in Africa, Asia and southern Europe.Related Questions
Is there a vaccine for llamas against West Nile Virus?
Frequently Asked Questionsthis time, there is no vaccine approved for llamas against West Nile Virus. We hope that by the spring, when the mosquitos are out in force again, a vaccine will have been developed. We will keep you posted as we learn more.
Related QuestionsSouthern Nevada Health District - West Nile Virus Frequently...West Nile virus is a flavivirus commonly found in Africa, West Asia, and the Middle East. It is closely related to the St. Louis encephalitis virus which is also found in the United States. The virus can infect humans, birds, mosquitoes, horses and some other mammals.Related Questions
Frequently Asked Questions - Government of Ontario (Canada)The West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne virus, infection may result in no symptoms, in mild illness such as West Nile fever, or in serious neurological illness such as encephalitis. Visit the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care website for more information.Related Questions
West Nile Virus Amador CountyWest Nile virus is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause encephalitis (an inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) in humans and other animals. The virus is named after the West Nile region of Uganda where it was first discovered in 1937. The virus appeared for the first time in the United States during a 1999 outbreak in New York that killed seven people. It has now spread to the West Coast.Related Questions
