Health officials: New Jersey records its first 2 cases of West Nile virus this year
Health officials say that the cases most likely happened in Union and Middlesex counties.
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4ds agoThe New Jersey Department of Health confirmed the first cases of West Nile virus in the state for the year.
The DOH says that the cases impacted a senior citizen and a minor. Both tested positive for the virus after experiencing symptoms last month.
Health officials say the cases most likely happened in Union and Middlesex counties.
West Nile is transmitted through mosquito bites. Health officials say there are several ways to protect against the illness.
- Wear EPA-registered insect repellant.
- Wear long sleeves and long pants and cover exposed skin.
- Repair holes in window and door screens to keep mosquitos out.
- Use air conditioning when possible or ensure window and door screens are well-fitted.
New Jersey had 14 cases of West Nile virus in 2023, according to health officials.
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