West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne illness that can cause serious illness or death. NC's first 2025 case was reported this week.

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Experts explain the warning signs of the illness, and offer advice to protect yourself from mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses.

Two reasons to be careful when you're outside. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Heath joined FOX6 to chat about the health impacts of ...

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV) activity of the year. A human ...

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The first detections of West Nile virus this year are a reminder to take steps to prevent mosquito bites and possible disease ...

Not only can they disrupt outdoor fun, but their bites can also spread nasty diseases. In Wisconsin, the bite of an infected ...

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State health officials say people should protect themselves from mosquito bites after an older man in Barron County got sick ...

Health officials have confirmed Wisconsin’s first human case of West Nile virus of the year.The Wisconsin Department of ...

WEDNESDAY, July 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Health officials have confirmed Wisconsin’s first human case of West Nile virus ...