West Nile virus is spread after being bit by an infected mosquito. Anyone concerned that they are displaying any symptoms are asked to contact their health care provider, TPH says.
Toronto Public Health reported its first ‘probable’ human case of West Nile virus this year. Here’s how to protect yourself
In a release published Friday, Toronto Public Health (TPH) says the case was reported in an ‘adult resident’ and that the virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.
West Nile virus is spread after being bit by an infected mosquito. Anyone concerned that they are displaying any symptoms are asked to contact their health care provider, TPH says.
West Nile virus symptoms — which may include fever, headache, nausea and vomiting — typically start to show between the second and 14th day after a person is bitten by an infected mosquito. Older people and those with compromised immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness, health officials say.
Anyone concerned that they are displaying any symptoms is asked to contact their health-care provider, Toronto Public Health said.
TPH listed several ways people can protect themselves from the virus. This includes wearing light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts and pants while outdoors, applying insect repellent and ensuring screens are tight-fitting on windows and doors.
Nathan Bawaan is a breaking news reporter,
working out of the Star’s radio room in Toronto. Reach him via
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