Why can’t West Nile just mind it’s own business? Why does it have to come and miss with LA? Three men and one male child were tested positive for West Nile in Los Angeles County. These are the first three human cases of West Nile virus to be found in LA County. Two of the patients were diagnosed earlier this month for meningitis and the third was diagnosed after he donated blood. All three patients are recovering and appear to be doing just fine.
West Nile is spread by mosquitoes and breed in places with still water. Such as lakes, ponds, and even puddles. CBS2 reports:
The patients were not identified, but county officials said they live in the eastern and southeastern sections of the county.
“West Nile virus can appear anywhere in Los Angeles County or around the state,” said Dr. Jonathan Fielding, the county director of public health.
“Our warm weather encourages mosquito breeding, but the weather is also an invitation for individuals to spend more time outdoors. When they do, residents should take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.”
In 2007, there were 43 human cases and five deaths in Los Angeles County due to West Nile virus.
The virus is spread to humans from the bite of an infected mosquito.
About 80 percent of infected people do not exhibit symptoms, but 20 percent can develop symptoms such as high fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting and skin rashes
Photo by James Jordan
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