A batch of mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile in Shelby County, Ind. No human cases have been found yet, according to FOX59.
Here are four facts:
1. The prevalence of West Nile is contingent on the weather in the coming weeks.
2. Bryan Price, senior vector-borne epidemiologist with the Indiana State Department of Health, stated an influx of mosquitoes with rain does not necessarily result in a rise in the virus. Hot and dry conditions are more worrisome for officials.
3. Hot and dry conditions lead to more stagnant water festering around and thus leading to more mosquitoes potentially infected with West Nile.
4. Health officials recommend individuals to wear repellent with Deet and to ensure you are covered at dawn and dusk. People should also dump out and turn over any containers where water can stand.
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