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Public Health Sudbury & Districts (PHSD) is once again advising individuals to protect themselves from the West Nile virus. A mosquito is pictured. (File photo/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) PHSD advises that everyone is at risk of contracting West Nile virus.

Mosquito populations in our district have had confirmed West Nile infections in past years and the region has seen human illness. “When spending time outside, mosquito bites are a reality,” said public health officials in a news release. “Preventing mosquito bites is important to protect yourself and your family.



” Want more local news? Check out the Sudbury page Symptoms of West Nile virus infection can range from mild to severe. “Most people infected with the virus have no symptoms while some may experience mild symptoms including fever, headache, body aches, mild rash, and swollen lymph glands,” said PHSD. “In some cases however, the infection can affect the central nervous system and cause serious symptoms including severe headache, stiff neck, difficulty swallowing, nausea or vomiting, confusion, loss of consciousness, muscle weakness, and paralysis, in addition to high fevers.

” In severe cases, the West Nile virus infection can be fatal. Download the CTV News app now Although the overall risk of becoming infected with West Nile virus is low, public health officials provided a list of simple measures that can be taken to protect against mosquito bites: Use an insect repellent approved by.

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