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What is West Nile Virus?
West Nile Virus (WNV) is an illness that can be spread to humans through mosquito bites. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to avoid WNV is to prevent mosquito bites. Mosquito season in Kings County is typically from April 1 to October 31.
How Does It Spread?
Infected Mosquitoes. Most often, WNV is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes are WNV carriers that become infected when they feed on infected birds. Infected mosquitoes can then spread WNV to humans and other animals when they bite.
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