Sentinel chickens used by the Mobile County Health Department to detect mosquito-borne diseases in the community have tested positive for West Nile Virus.
WNV has been confirmed by laboratory results, according to Dr. Kevin P. Michaels, health officer for Mobile County. One coop was located in the 36582 ZIP Code area, while the other coop was located in the 36528 ZIP Code area.
The risk of encephalitis spread by mosquitoes is highest from August through the first freeze in the fall. MCHD’s Vector Services will increase spraying and conduct door-to-door surveys in the immediate areas. Inspectors will also attempt to trap adult mosquitoes and test them for the presence of WNV.
Health officials warn that it is extremely important that people taking part in outdoor activities make every effort to reduce their exposure to mosquitoes. Recommendations include:• Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.• Remove standing water around your home. Although humans and horses can become ill from the infection, the diseases cannot be spread from people or horses. The likelihood of transmission to humans and horses can be decreased by personal mosquito avoidance and the use of a WNV vaccine in horses. There is no vaccine available for humans.
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