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West Nile Virus Active in Wisconsin | Duluth News
West Nile virus is officially active in Wisconsin — confirmed in mosquitoes from Milwaukee and a bird in Bayfield. No human cases yet, but officials are sounding the alarm as these carriers are out and about. The virus spreads only through mosquito bites, not person-to-person. Most infected show no symptoms, but some may experience flu-like signs — fever, chills, headaches, muscle aches, fatigue, or rash — and it can be serious for older adults or those with weakened immune systems. Stay safe: use DEET or picaridin repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, avoid dawn and dusk, and eliminate…
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