As the mosquito season winds down, health officials say this year’s West Nile outbreak has been one of the worst in decades for Minnesota and well above average for North Dakota. Warm, wet weather and a late frost created near-perfect breeding conditions,[...]
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North Dakota hits highest number of West Nile cases since 2019
North Dakota is grappling with its highest West Nile virus surge since 2019, reporting 78 cases so far this year. Health officials say a wet summer created the worst mosquito conditions in two decades, fueling infections across the state. While most cases[...]
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West Nile virus cases on the rise: What you can do
Health officials are sounding the alarm as West Nile virus cases climb in North Dakota, with 33 confirmed infections and 19 hospitalizations so far. The illness, spread by mosquito bites, can range from fever and body aches to severe complications. Experts urge[...]
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North Dakota reports 12 additional cases of West Nile virus in past week
Twelve additional cases of West Nile virus were reported in North Dakota over the past week bringing the total human cases to 26 as of Thursday, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Of the 26 total cases, 11 people[...]