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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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
Work on potential HIV vaccine to accelerate thanks to new cutting-edge Western University facility
The facility was funded by Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and a significant grant from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, according to a release. 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
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
Health unit warns residents after first human case of West Nile virus recorded in Simcoe County
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is warning residents after the first human case of West Nile virus was recorded in Simcoe County. Continue reading
6 more cases of West Nile Virus identified, bringing total to 7 for Manitoba
Six new cases of West Nile Virus have been identified in the province, bringing Manitoba’s total number of human cases up to seven for this year. Continue reading
Health unit warns residents after mosquitoes in Alliston test positive for West Nile
According to the health unit, the mosquitoes which tested positive were collected from a trap in Alliston. Continue reading
August long weekend a high-risk time for West Nile, says Winnipeg bug expert
By Joe Scarpelli Reporter
A Winnipeg bug expert says the August long weekend is historically the most high-risk time for humans to become infected with West Nile virus in Western Canada. Continue reading
Health unit warns residents after mosquito in Bradford tests positive for West Nile virus
A mosquito collected from a trap in Bradford West Gwillimbury tested positive for the West Nile virus. Continue reading