West Nile Virus Toronto

• First mosquitos test positive for West Nile virus in 2023: Toronto public health

  The public health unit said the mosquitos were found in a northwest Scarborough location and are the first to test positive for West Nile virus so far this year.

  Health

  Jul 18, 2023
  
• Toronto Public Health confirms 1st case of West Nile in 2021

  The risk of more severe illness is higher in older individuals or those persons with compromised immune systems.

  Health

  Sep 16, 2021
  
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• Toronto Public Health reports 1st human case of West Nile virus in 2020

  "While the likelihood of becoming infected with West Nile virus is low in our city, now is a good time to remind residents of simple actions they can take when enjoying the outdoors to further minimize the potential risk," said Dr. Eileen de Villa.

  Health

  Aug 25, 2020
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• First human case of West Nile virus confirmed in Toronto for 2016

  An adult resident of Toronto has tested positive for West Nile virus and has become the first confirmed human case in the city for 2016, health officials announced Thursday.

  Health

  Sep 1, 2016
• West Nile virus confirmed in Ottawa mosquitoes for the first time in 2016

  West Nile virus has been identified in Ottawa mosquitoes for the first time this year, health officials announced Tuesday.

  Health

  Aug 9, 2016
• Toronto mosquito pools test positive for West Nile Virus

  Toronto has confirmed its first cases of the West Nile Virus for 2016 following positive tests from two mosquito pools, according to Toronto Public Health.

  Canada

  Aug 3, 2016