Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit reports human case of West Nile virus
The health unit says the risk of getting the virus in September and October is low but not unheard of. Continue reading
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Hamilton confirms it’s first case of West Nile Virus in a human for 2019
The MOH says if symptoms do occur, they usually appear two to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Continue reading
West Nile virus case confirmed in B.C., two more cases in Washington state
So far in 2019, one travel-related human case and one travel-related horse case have been reported, according to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. Continue reading
Alberta Birds of Prey Centre sees decline in visitors for 2019 season
The Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale closes for the 2019 season this weekend and has seen fewer visitors than usual after a West Nile virus outbreak last year. Continue reading
Mosquitoes are on the move due to climate change, and they could bring diseases
Humanity’s most dangerous predator is the mosquito. Climate change is bringing new kinds of the bugs to Canada — possibly along with new diseases. Continue reading
Okanagan residents warned of increased risk of West Nile virus
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
Interior Health Authority (IHA) has issued a warning about the increased risk of the West Nile virus at this time of year. Continue reading
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Town of Coaldale hears findings from investigation looking into 15 bird deaths last summer
Coaldale Town Council met for a special meeting on Monday to hear the results of a third-party investigation into the deaths of 15 birds at the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre last August. Continue reading
Tips for avoiding mosquito bites and protecting yourself against West Nile: AHS
From 2003 to 2018, 532 cases of West Nile virus were confirmed in Alberta, many of which were acquired in the province and not travel-related. Continue reading
Don’t interact with wildlife, unfamiliar animals: Hamilton Public Health
Despite a relatively low number of positive tests for common outdoor dangerous afflictions, like West Nile virus and Lyme disease, the city is still suffering from an outbreak of rabies. Continue reading
Wet spring means more mosquitoes this summer in Ontario, entomologist warns
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The public health unit warns of the potential for more cases of West Nile virus this year. Continue reading