mosquito bites

West Nile virus is spreading faster than in two decades, with early-season activity detected in Orange and Los Angeles counties. Local authorities are advising residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.

West Nile virus is spreading faster than in two decades, with increased activity observed in Orange and Los Angeles counties. Authorities are urging residents to avoid mosquito bites to protect themselves.

The CDC is urging people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile Virus season begins its earliest and worst start in over two decades, with at least 48 confirmed cases. Health officials recommend using bug spray and mosquito-control efforts to mitigate the risk.

The CDC issued a July 4 holiday advisory warning of a two-decade high in West Nile virus cases, with 48 cases reported through June 2026, including 38 severe neuroinvasive cases across 23 states. The agency recommends using EPA-registered insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding outdoor activity during dusk and dawn to prevent mosquito bites.

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