West Nile case confirmed in Windsor-Essex

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit reports the first human West Nile virus case of the season.

West Nile case prompts health push in Windsor-Essex

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit confirmed the first human West Nile virus case this season. The virus spreads through the bite of an infected mosquito and health officials urge residents to take precautions such as using repellent, removing standing water from properties, wearing long sleeves and pants, and limiting outdoor time at dawn and dusk.

Symptoms typically appear 2 to 14 days after a bite and can include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, body aches, a skin rash and swollen lymph glands. People over 50 and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe disease.

This case shows mosquito borne illness remains a year round concern for Windsor-Essex, not just in peak summer. It pushes local health officials to keep clear, practical guidance in front of residents.

The challenge now is whether people stay vigilant as cooler weather arrives. Continued communication and simple actions at home can stop transmission before it takes hold.

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Vigilance now can help keep the season safe for everyone.