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Phoenix Leads the Nation in West Nile Virus Deaths as 2026 Season Becomes Worst in Over Two Decades

Maricopa County reports 29 West Nile cases and 4 deaths — the worst early-season start in over 20 years. CDC confirms 48 cases in 23 states. What Phoenix residents need to know now.

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West Nile Season Opens at a 22-Year High with 38 of 48 Cases Already Involving Brain Disease

CDC confirms 48 West Nile cases by June 30, 2026 — 38 involving brain disease. The earliest severe start in 22 years, with peak season still ahead. What to know now.

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Wisconsin Reports Its First West Nile Virus Activity as 23 States Enter a Record Early Season

Wisconsin confirmed its first West Nile detections July 14 as 23 states report the worst early-season activity since 2004. Here's who is most at risk.

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West Nile Virus Is Entering Peak Transmission Season, and 2026 Is Already the Worst in Over 20 Years

West Nile virus 2026 enters peak August-September window. CDC confirmed 48 cases by June 30, nearly 5x the historical average. Maricopa County: 29 cases, 5 deaths. No vaccine exists.

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CDC Says West Nile Virus Is Off to Its Earliest Start Since 2004 as Peak Season Approaches

CDC confirms 48 West Nile cases by June 30, 2026 — nearly 5x the historical average. Maricopa County leads with 29 cases and 5 deaths. Peak season is still ahead.

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West Nile Virus Season Hits a 22-Year High as CDC Urges Mosquito Precautions in 23 States

West Nile virus hits 22-year early-season high with 48 cases in 23 states as of June 30. CDC urges DEET use and mosquito control now.

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West Nile Virus Detected in Nashville Mosquitoes for the First Time in 2026

Nashville Metro Public Health confirmed the first West Nile virus detection of 2026 in North Nashville on July 1. Here's the official guidance and what Davidson County residents should do.

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Four People Are Dead from West Nile Virus in Maricopa County: Here Is What Phoenix Residents Need to Do Tonight

4 people dead, 29 cases confirmed in Maricopa County — the worst early West Nile start in 20+ years. Phoenix residents should apply DEET repellent before tonight's outdoor events.

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West Nile cases hit highest total in decades as experts warn about mosquitos spreading the virus across the US

The US has seen the highest number of cases by this point in the year since 2004

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CDC Issues Fourth of July Warning as West Nile Virus Spreads to 23 States

CDC confirms 48 West Nile cases across 23 states — the worst early start in 20+ years. Here's what families need to know before July 4 celebrations.

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CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start

West Nile virus season is off to its earliest and worst start since 2004

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West Nile Virus Detected Months Early in San Antonio and Dallas Metro as Mosquito Season Heats Up

West Nile virus has been detected months ahead of schedule in San Antonio and the Dallas metro area, with positive mosquito pools confirmed in New Orleans as well.

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What are the risks of contracting West Nile virus from a mosquito in Canada?

As a dead crow tested positive for West Nile virus in Ontario this week, Canadians may be wondering: just how prevalent are such mosquito-borne viruses in Canada, and how risky is the summer camping trip?

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Google wants to release 64 million bacteria-riddled mosquitoes across California and Florida. Here's why scientists are enthusiastic.

Google has applied for an experimental mosquito release permit to deploy millions of non-biting southern house mosquitoes that it has infected with the bacterium Wolbachia pipientis, in an effort to reduce mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus.

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What is the West Nile virus discovered in California? Symptoms, treatment, vaccines and all details explained

West Nile virus has been detected in California after two dead crows tested positive in San Diego County, prompting officials to urge mosquito-bite prevention measures. The virus primarily circulates among birds and spreads to humans through infected mosquito bites. Severe cases can affect the nervous system and may be fatal.…

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Houston on High Alert as Texas Confirms First West Nile Neuroinvasive Case of 2026 — and Mosquito Season Is Just Getting Started

Texas health officials are sounding an early alarm this mosquito season. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has confirmed the state's first human case of West Nile virus for 2026 — and it's a severe one.

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West Nile virus cases running higher than normal, prompting health warnings

Health officials say West Nile virus infections are intense this year, with 40% more cases than usual

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EU health authorities warn that mosquito-borne illnesses are at record highs

Health officials said the longer season for mosquito-borne illnesses is becoming a "new normal" in Europe.

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West Nile virus, chikungunya, dengue: Tracking mosquito-borne illnesses across Europe

Hundreds of cases of mosquito-borne infections have been reported so far this summer.

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What do we know about the West Nile virus spreading in Europe?

Several people have died after being infected with the mosquito-borne virus this summer.

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Ten deaths reported from West Nile virus in Italy since the start of the year

A 93-year-old woman died in the Italian region of Lazio from the West Nile virus. This is the tenth death in the country. In Europe, infection cases were registered in five countries.

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Colorado reports first West Nile virus death of 2025 as health officials issue "simple, effective steps" for anyone spending time outdoors

State health officials urge the public to practice prevention against the mosquito-borne disease

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What is West Nile virus? Symptoms and advice after deaths in Italy

There have been 32 confirmed cases of the virus in Italy so far this year

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Italy reports 32 cases, including 2 deaths, from West Nile virus amid spread of mosquito-borne illness

Most cases have been identified in the province of Latina, about 100 kilometres south of Rome.

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Mosquitoes are bringing West Nile virus to major US metros. Here’s how to fend them off

Climate change is making conditions ripe for the spread of mosquito-borne illness

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