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West Nile Virus Hits NYC First Case | New York City News
West Nile Virus hits NYC for the first time in 2026 — one human case confirmed after outdoor exposure, with over 1,000 virus-carrying mosquitoes already spotted. Health officials warn peak season is ahead, urging seniors and immunocompromised folks to protect themselves with repellent, long sleeves, and screened windows. Nationally, 222 cases reported so far — mostly in AZ, TX, CA — with risk rising with age or chronic illness. City’s mosquito control team is on high alert, treating hotspots and asking residents to report standing water to stop the spread before summer’s worst bites. Listen…
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