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West Nile and Other Mosquito Threats
West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Williamson County, with the first batch found near Geneva Park in Georgetown—Texas has seen over 240 positive mosquito pools so far. While no human cases have been reported in Central Texas yet, a few have surfaced in Harris County, alongside dengue and chikungunya cases. All three diseases spread via mosquito bites, with chikungunya causing fever and joint pain within 3–7 days, treatable only with rest and fluids. Stay safe by using DEET-based repellent, wearing long sleeves and light-colored clothing, avoiding dawn and dusk, and eliminating…
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