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West Nile Virus Found in Metro Mosquitoes
West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes across Hennepin, Ramsey, and Dakota counties — a sign of summer’s arrival in Minnesota. While most people won’t feel a thing, some may develop fever, headache, or body aches, and in rare cases, it can be fatal. This year’s early detection aligns with typical patterns, especially after last year’s record 120 human cases linked to a surge in the primary mosquito carrier. Despite lower-than-average mosquito numbers this season — thanks to less rain — officials are already ramping up surveillance to locate breeding sites. Mosquitoes pick up the…
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