HEALTHJun 17 · 18:42 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMESElijah James

West Nile carrying mosquitoes found in Wilmette

West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes were found in Wilmette, Illinois, on June 17, marking the latest in a series of cases across the Chicago area this summer. Officials report a low risk to residents with no human cases yet, but emphasize removing standing water to prevent mosquito breeding.

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