New Yorker diagnosed with West Nile fever: first case this year

A resident of the Hudson Valley is in a New York hospital after being bitten by a mosquito infected with a potentially paralyzing virus. The Westchester County Health Department confirmed on September 13 that it had become aware of the first human case of West Nile Fever in 2021. Hudson valley post.

The 58-year-old New Yorker has confirmed a fever virus with a variety of co-morbidities, officials said.

“This case of West Nile fever should remind us of the need to take precautions against mosquito bites. We need to remove standing water from our homes, especially after the recent heavy rain and flood. We need to use repellents when we are outdoors, especially from dusk to dawn, because then mosquitoes are most active, ”said Health Commissioner Shherlita Amler.

West Nile Virus most commonly causes a mild to moderate flu-like condition. People over 60 and those with health problems may experience more serious health problems.

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Symptoms usually appear 3-14 days after the bite. First of all, it is high fever, headache, confusion of thoughts, muscle pain. Weakness and convulsions appear, in severe cases, paralysis is possible.

Three people were diagnosed with West Nile fever last year. Among them was a resident of Yonkers, who soon died from the virus. A Westchester County resident contracted a fever in 2019. In August this year, a dangerous species of beetles was discovered in New York. Forum Daily New York.

The Commissioner advises residents to take precautions and remove standing water from their areas, and use repellents while outdoors.

Due to recent inclement weather, people should inspect their property and remove any standing water in their yard. This will prevent mosquitoes from breeding. Those who notice large areas of standing water in public areas should report them to the Westchester County Health Department at (914) 813-5000.