A case of human West Nile virus confirmed in Mobile County.
) - A case of human West Nile virus, which is a form of mosquito-borne encephalitis, has been confirmed in Mobile County, according to Dr. Kevin P. Michaels, health officer for Mobile County.This is the first human case reported in Mobile County this year. Because of patient confidentiality laws, no other information is available about the case, the release states.
The risk of encephalitis spread by mosquitoes is highest from August through the first freeze in the fall. Health officials warn that it is extremely important that people taking part in outdoor activities make every effort to reduce their exposure to mosquitoes and should always keep mosquito repellent with them when outdoors. Mosquito activity peaks at dusk and again at dawn.
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