York Region has reported its first human case of West Nile this year, with someone in Vaughan testing positive for the virus.
This 2014 photo made available by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a feeding female Anopheles funestus mosquito.
No information is being released about the infected individual due to privacy reasons, it said in a news release. Humans can contract West Nile virus from mosquitos, with most infected people not experiencing symptoms. Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Fareen Karachiwalla is urging locals to take the proper precautions to reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitos when outside.
"Remember to use insect repellant containing DEET or icaridin, wear light-coloured protective clothing when outdoors and remove standing water around your home in places such as flowerpots, swimming pool covers, bird baths and containers," she said in a release.Those who do contract West Nile virus may experience symptoms like fever, muscle weakness, stiff neck, confusion, severe headaches, and sudden light sensitivity.
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