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West Nile Update

Sue Honea by Sue Honea
October 12, 2015
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Health Officials Confirm Two New West Nile Virus Cases, State Total Now 37
10/12/2015 12:10 PM CDT

JACKSON, Miss. — Today the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) confirms two new human cases of West Nile virus (WNV), bringing the total for 2015 to 37 cases. The new cases were reported in Hinds and Rankin counties.

So far this year, cases have been reported in Adams, Attala, Copiah, Covington, Forrest (2), Hinds (10), Lauderdale, Madison (5), Marion, Montgomery, Rankin (8), Simpson (2), Washington and Yazoo (2) counties. One death has been reported in Attala County.
The MSDH only reports laboratory-confirmed cases to the public. In 2014, Mississippi had 43 WNV cases and seven deaths.
Symptoms of WNV infection are often mild and may include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, a rash, muscle weakness or swollen lymph nodes. In a small number of cases, infection can result in encephalitis or meningitis, which can lead to paralysis, coma and possibly death.
State Epidemiologist Dr. Thomas Dobbs reminds Mississippians that though the majority of WNV cases are reported in August and September, it is still important to protect yourself because cases can occur year-round.
The MSDH suggests the following precautions to protect yourself and your environment from mosquito-borne illnesses:
• Use a recommended mosquito repellent that contains DEET while you are outdoors.
• Remove all sources of standing water around your home and yard to prevent mosquito breeding.
• Wear loose, light-colored, long clothing to cover the arms and legs when outdoors.
• Avoid areas where mosquitoes are prevalent.

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