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The Journal News on MSNWest Nile virus alert: First infected mosquito pool of season found in Rockland CountyNo human cases of West Nile virus have been reported this season in Rockland County. The most recent confirmed human case in the county was in 2023.
Bay State health officials are reporting the first confirmed case of West Nile virus in an animal this year, as people are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites. A goat was recently exposed to the virus in Lunenburg in Worcester County, the Department of Public Health announced on Tuesday.
The Allen County Department of Health began its annual campaign to control mosquitos back in May and began testing the bugs for disease on July 7.
Lubbock is reminding citizens of its online method to request mosquito spraying as recent heavy rainfall creates conditions for the insects to thrive.