Health officials suggest steps to prevent catching West Nile virus
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Last updated 7/13/2021 at 8:21am
From Montana Department of Health and Human Services
State and local public health officials are reminding Montanans to take steps to avoid mosquito bites and prevent infection from West Nile virus.
In Montana, WNV season usually begins in July and ends in October, as this is when the mosquitoes responsible for it emerge.
“As we head into West Nile Virus season all Montanans are encouraged to take the necessary precautions,” Department of Public Health and Human Services epidemiologist Erika Baldry said. “There was only one case in 2020, and we want to keep it that way. However, t...
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