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West Nile Virus & Mosquito Control

To protect, promote and improve the health of our community

Mosquitoes often carry diseases that can be passed on to people, including West Nile virus (WNV), a potentially serious illness.  Approximately 80% of people who get infected with West Nile virus do not have any symptoms at all.  However, a small number (about 1 in 150) will develop a severe illness, called West Nile Encephalitis. The best way to protect yourself and your family from WNV is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

Mosquito Control Tips

Protecting Yourself from Mosquito Bites

For more information about mosquitoes, click here to visit the UK College of Agriculture.

For more information about West Nile Virus, visit the Centers for Disease Control.

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