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West Nile Virus Spreads in Illinois | Peoria News
West Nile virus is back in Illinois — the first human case of 2026 was confirmed in Piatt County, with three more probable cases reported north. The virus has now been detected in nearly half the state’s counties through mosquito samples, horses, or humans — up from 73 counties last year, which saw 150 human cases and 10 deaths. As summer heats up, health officials urge everyone to “Fight the Bite” by avoiding peak mosquito hours (dusk and dawn), keeping screens intact, eliminating standing water, wearing long sleeves outdoors, and using EPA-approved repellent. While most infections are…
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