The York County Mosquito Control Program continues its efforts to stop West Nile virus in mosquitoes. Trucks will spray Newbury Township, Goldsboro and Fairview Townships Tuesday night to prevent the spread of West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes. At least six municipalities in York County have already confirmed cases of the virus. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection reports that York County has the second-highest number of cases in the state, after Philadelphia. Paradise Township, Springetsbury Township, North Coddles Township, Helam Township, Wellsbilboro County, Fairview Township. West Nile virus has not been found in Newbury Township and Goldsboro, but efforts are being made to address the risk of mosquito-infected outbreaks in these areas. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most people infected with West Nile virus are asymptomatic, but mild symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, vomiting and fatigue can persist for months. People over the age of 60 are at increased risk of developing serious symptoms such as coma, paralysis, and loss of vision. CDC recommends the following actions for prevention: Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and socks when outdoors at dusk or dawn. Mosquitoes are the most prevalent. Use insect repellent often. Eliminate standing water outside as it can be a hotspot for mosquito breeding grounds. Use screens and doors to keep insects out. Most people recover from West Nile virus, but caution and precautions can minimize the chances of mild to severe infection. disease.
The York County Mosquito Control Program continues its efforts to stop West Nile virus in mosquitoes.
Trucks will spray Newbury Township, Goldsboro and Fairview Townships Tuesday night to prevent the spread of West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes. At least six municipalities in York County have already confirmed cases of the virus.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection reports that York County has the second-highest number of confirmed cases in the state, behind only Philadelphia.
At least 50 confirmed reports of activity have been found in Paradise Township, Springetsbury Township, North Coddles Township, Helam Township, Wellsville Borough and Fairview Township.
West Nile virus has not been found in Newbury Township and Goldsboro, but efforts are being made to address the risk of mosquito-infected outbreaks in these areas.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most people infected with West Nile virus are asymptomatic, but mild symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, vomiting and fatigue can persist for months.
People over the age of 60 are at increased risk of developing serious symptoms such as coma, paralysis, and loss of vision.
CDC recommends the following precautions:
- Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts and socks when outdoors at dusk or dawn
- Avoid being outdoors during times when mosquitoes are most prevalent
- use insect repellent frequently
- Eliminate standing water outside as it can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
- Use screens or doors to keep insects out.
Most people will recover from West Nile virus, but taking care and precautions can minimize the chances of getting mild to severe illness.