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West Nile Virus
West Nile or WNV is a virus that is most commonly spread to people by mosquito bites. The first cases were recognized in and the Middle East, India, Australia, Africa, some parts of Asia, and Europe. It was not known to be in North America till around 1999. People can get infected with West Nile virus by getting bit by an infected mosquito. The mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. An infected mosquito can give the virus to humans and animals.
In North America WNV virus occur during mosquito season (summer and ends in fall). There are no vaccines or medications to treat WNV. Most people that are infected with WNV do not show symptoms. Some cases of West Nile virus were spread by blood transfusions, breastfeeding,

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