Mosquitoes
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Winnipeg starts mosquito program, continues drone pilot projectAlthough mosquitoes breed and hatch in standing water, crews don't have to wait for more rain to start applying the larvicide.CanadaApr 30
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Drought-resistant mosquito brings earlier possibility of West Nile virus to AlbertaUsually, dry conditions mean fewer mosquitos, but this year some experts predict trouble from a new breed of mosquito that is a carrier of West Nile virus.WeatherApr 15
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Dry conditions mean a slow start to mosquito season in EdmontonAs Edmontonians have come to learn year in and year out, everything could change depending on how much precipitation the city gets.CanadaApr 10
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Planning a winter escape? Experts caution rise of dengue fever in warm climatesThe virus spread through mosquitos, and while it’s often not serious, doctors say cases are increasing around the world, especially in the southern U.S.HealthJan 9
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Hamilton moves risk for West Nile virus infection to high after local human case discoveredHamilton's associate medical officer of health says if symptoms do occur, they usually appear two to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.HealthSep 5, 2023
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Saskatchewan cities are reporting low numbers of mosquitoes this summerRegina's Open Space Services manager said the hot and dry summer contributed to the lack of the pesky bug this summer compared to others.EnvironmentSep 1, 2023
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West Nile virus detected in Sidney TownshipHastings Prince Edward Public Health is notifying residents that a case of West Nile virus has been detected in Prince Edward County.CanadaAug 11, 2023
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West Nile Virus infects six birds in Saskatchewan — but experts say the risk is lowMosquitos are out for the summer bringing a small risk to the population. Two birds were found with West Nile virus in July, and four in June. Yet overall, the risk is low.HealthAug 9, 2023
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West Nile virus confirmed in 2 London, Ont. mosquito traps: MLHUThe health unit confirmed the positive test on Tuesday and said in a statement that the traps were located in northwest and northeast London.HealthAug 8, 2023
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Rare virus detected in Lanark County horseLeeds, Grenville and Lanark County Public Health officials say there is one confirmed case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus in the Lanark CountyCanadaAug 3, 2023
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