Mosquitoes in Sugar Land tested positive for West Nile Virus last week in two neighborhoods.
The City of Sugar Land confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in mosquitoes trapped last week in mosquito traps located on Elkins Road near Oakland Drive and Stone Trail Drive near Greatwood Parkway. In response to the detection, Sugar Land will continue its citywide mosquito spraying efforts twice per week. The city is also collaborating closely with the Texas Department of State Health Services to enhance mosquito trapping and testing protocols.
Currently, there are no medications or vaccines available to treat or prevent West Nile virus infection.Symptoms of the virus can range from mild to severe. The severe form can cause symptoms such as a stiff neck, vision problems, body tremors, mental confusion, memory loss, and seizures. The milder form, known as West Nile Fever, includes symptoms like fever, headache, muscle and bone aches, nausea, and drowsiness.
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