West Nile Virus

Cheri · 07-17-2005, 09:56 AM

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Data table:
As of July 12, 2005 avian, animal or mosquito WNV infections have been reported to CDC ArboNET from the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Human cases have been reported in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Dakota, and Texas.

http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/west...trol05Maps.htm

Humans are not the only one who can get West Nile Virus, but animals can as well too like birds, horses, dogs, cats, chipmunks, skunks, squirrels and etc. death is highest for people over 50 years old, although people of all ages can become ill.

How to protect ourselves, Mosquitos comes out during the earliest dawn and evenings, If you're outdoor, Wear clothes that cover your skin as possible, or spray on your skin Insect Repellent Containing DEET. But, remember if you wearing thin clothing, Mosquitos still can bite, better spray Repellent Containing DEET on your clothes as well.

Also If you see some water being left outside like in a bucket or swimming pool, or bird bath, dump the water out, because Mosquitos leave their eggs there. So get rid of holding water anywhere you see it.

Make sure you have screen on your window before opening your window, Mosquitos can come through windows without screens.

Feel Free to Discuss if you would like.

07-17-2005, 10:01 AM

From what I understand though, there was a figure like only 1 out of 100 mosquitoes found in a contained area is likely to have it, and once infected, still, a small number of people will either begin to show symptoms or become seriously ill. Sorry I don't have the facts with my. It was something I saw on the news awhile ago. I'll try to post it when I get the time today, if someone hasn't already. But yeah, from my understanding risk of infection is a pretty small risk.

GalaxyAngel · 07-17-2005, 11:02 AM

Includes fewer in provinces by Canada which there have West Nile Mosquites too.

We were at the camping few wks ago... remember I've shown you 'bout the pictures.. by the way I read the article.. issues West Nile mosquites already spread it out.. Just kept caution with it.. Prepare Health information etc etc.. Pretty interesting information on the booklet article.. Seems so far noth'n happend to rest of my family.. As long kept long sleeves as well hang around the bonfire.. Which mosquites doesn't like near bonfire and scent of anti-mosquites spray as same includes west nile mosquites too.

Angel · 07-17-2005, 11:11 AM

Great topic sis...

I always do make sure I have no unwanted water laying out in my yard and I always buy Repellent DEET spray and candles to keep from getting the West Nile virus..

webexplorer · 07-17-2005, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ^Angel^

Great topic sis...

I always buy Repellent DEET spray and candles to keep from getting the West Nile virus..

I recommend you to buy a Natural Mosquito Repellent instead of DEET. It is effective as the same as DEET. DEET is too toxic to human. The brand is Buzz Away Spray - or other brands that are organic. I don't know if the electronic repellent works cuz I never tried it.

Angel · 07-17-2005, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by webexplorer

I don't know if the electronic repellent works cuz I never tried it.

I was thinking of getting an electronic one that stand on the ground, but I'm not sure if it works since I haven't tried it myself either...

btw thanks for the information

Oceanbreeze · 07-17-2005, 12:16 PM

The best way to prevent West Nile Virus is to arm yourself with information. West Nile can be serious in young children, the elderly and those with dysfunctional immune systems. Most of the time, West Nile causes nothing more than flu like symtoms. However, in a small precentage, it can cause brain swelling which can lead to death. Since the illness is caused by a virus, you can only treat symptoms, and time ends up being the factor in determining cure.

Best way to prevent WNV is wear a good repellent as previously mentioned. Also, another good tip would be to make sure there is no standing water around your houses and such. Mosquitos breed around water, so it's best to empty watering cans after a rain, empty kiddie pools, and make sure storm drains are clear of debris, so proper drainage can occur. In short, just use common sense. West Nile Virus doesn't have to be feared if you know what you're dealing with, and what to do to prevent it.

Take care all.

TweetyBird · 07-17-2005, 12:17 PM

yea i heard abt in alabama too.. so i have watch out...

sequoias · 07-17-2005, 12:20 PM

it seems there aren't many cases compared to previous years, looks like southwest and midwest got cases of them. Weird, that East coast tend to have a lot of cases, but this year the pattern has changed?

rjr2006 · 07-17-2005, 01:07 PM

i am scared of the virus and I only have been bitten three times.

jazzy · 07-17-2005, 02:07 PM

Many birds got them around here but I have not seen anyone got sick from it yet, only two people got them this year so far.

TweetyBird · 07-17-2005, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by sequoias

it seems there aren't many cases compared to previous years, looks like southwest and midwest got cases of them. Weird, that East coast tend to have a lot of cases, but this year the pattern has changed?

good point if they change this yr.. i havent hear yet..

Cheri · 07-17-2005, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TweetyBird

good point if they change this yr.. i havent hear yet..

Yes, It shown on the map above that this updated was July 2005. So it looks like less cases recently than before. As I remember in New York, there was the first outbreak, 67 people got ill. I had to search to double check my facts. Here's the link, http://www.aap.org/family/wnv-sept02.htm

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In the New York outbreak, 67 people became ill. Symptoms of West Nile virus encephalitis seemed to include more muscle weakness than in other forms of encephalitis, said Dale Morse, MS, MD, director of the office of science and public health at the New York State Department of Health. In serious cases, patients had to be hospitalized about four days after the onset of symptoms.

07-17-2005, 11:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
GalaxyAngel That's me! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Ontario,Canada Posts: 13,515	Includes fewer in provinces by Canada which there have West Nile Mosquites too. We were at the camping few wks ago... remember I've shown you 'bout the pictures.. by the way I read the article.. issues West Nile mosquites already spread it out.. Just kept caution with it.. Prepare Health information etc etc.. Pretty interesting information on the booklet article.. Seems so far noth'n happend to rest of my family.. As long kept long sleeves as well hang around the bonfire.. Which mosquites doesn't like near bonfire and scent of anti-mosquites spray as same includes west nile mosquites too. __________________ Parent's proud our children.

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07-17-2005, 10:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
apathrev Guest Posts: n/a	From what I understand though, there was a figure like only 1 out of 100 mosquitoes found in a contained area is likely to have it, and once infected, still, a small number of people will either begin to show symptoms or become seriously ill. Sorry I don't have the facts with my. It was something I saw on the news awhile ago. I'll try to post it when I get the time today, if someone hasn't already. But yeah, from my understanding risk of infection is a pretty small risk.

07-17-2005, 11:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
Angel ♥"Concrete Angel"♥ Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 18,851	Great topic sis... I always do make sure I have no unwanted water laying out in my yard and I always buy Repellent DEET spray and candles to keep from getting the West Nile virus..

07-17-2005, 12:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Oceanbreeze I'm back :) Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: S. FL Posts: 6,119	The best way to prevent West Nile Virus is to arm yourself with information. West Nile can be serious in young children, the elderly and those with dysfunctional immune systems. Most of the time, West Nile causes nothing more than flu like symtoms. However, in a small precentage, it can cause brain swelling which can lead to death. Since the illness is caused by a virus, you can only treat symptoms, and time ends up being the factor in determining cure. Best way to prevent WNV is wear a good repellent as previously mentioned. Also, another good tip would be to make sure there is no standing water around your houses and such. Mosquitos breed around water, so it's best to empty watering cans after a rain, empty kiddie pools, and make sure storm drains are clear of debris, so proper drainage can occur. In short, just use common sense. West Nile Virus doesn't have to be feared if you know what you're dealing with, and what to do to prevent it. Take care all.

07-17-2005, 01:07 PM	#10 (permalink)
rjr2006 RJR2K6 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Soon moving to Rochy Posts: 1,821	i am scared of the virus and I only have been bitten three times.

07-17-2005, 02:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
jazzy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 3,106	Many birds got them around here but I have not seen anyone got sick from it yet, only two people got them this year so far.