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What is the current status of West Nile virus cases?

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West Nile virus cases are rising in several U.S. states. Ohio is seeing its highest mosquito infection rates since 2012, though no human cases are reported there. New York has two human cases and 219 nationwide, with over half being neuroinvasive. Utah has three human cases this season.

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West Nile virus cases continue to increase

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  • Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus are widespread in the tri-state area. 5s
  • CDC reports two human cases in New York and 219 cases nationwide, with 119 neuroinvasive. 18s
  • Health officials urge removal of stagnant water to reduce mosquito breeding. 45s
  • Wearing shorts outdoors and exposing bare skin increases risk of mosquito bites. 58s
  • Most West Nile virus infections are asymptomatic, but some cause fever and other symptoms. 1m 16s
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West Nile virus cases continue to increase
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News 12
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West Nile virus cases continue to increase

The CDC reports two human cases in New York and 219 cases nationwide, with 119 classified as neuroinvasive.

Three human cases of West Nile virus reported in Utah
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Scripps Local
2 days ago
Three human cases of West Nile virus reported in Utah

Three human cases have been detected in Utah this season: two in Cache County and one in Salt Lake County.

West Nile Virus rates in Ohio at its highest since 2012
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Scripps Local
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West Nile Virus rates in Ohio at its highest since 2012

Currently, there are no human West Nile virus cases in Ohio, but mosquito infection rates are at their highest since 2012.

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