Wisconsin Birds Test Positive For West Nile Virus

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reports 12 birds found in eight counties in the state have tested positive forWest Nile virus since surveillance for the mosquito-transmitted virus began May 1. “The positive birds mean that Wisconsin residents need to be more vigilant in their personal protective measures to prevent mosquito bites,” Karen McKeown, Wisconsin State Health Officer of the DHS Division of Public Health, said. West Nile...(see release)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - Category: Hospital Management Authors: Source Type: news