West Nile Virus in Virginia
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Associated Press
Published: October 3, 2008
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - Norfolk health officials say a sentinel
chicken has tested positive for the West Nile virus, which is
transmitted by mosquitoes.
The Department of Public Health said mosquito fogging will begin
Saturday evening, weather permitting. The city also has started
mosquito surveillance and control measures, including storm drain
treatments, backyard inspections, trapping and testing.
Most people bitten by an infected mosquito do not get sick, but
those who do usually suffer mild, flu-like symptoms. People older
than 50 are at a greater risk of serious illness.
(Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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