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West nile virus is caused by a bite from an infected mosquito that's carrying west nile virus, but not all mosquitoes are infected. As usual mosquitoes are much more in a summer. In many parts of the United States, the risk of being bitten by an infected mosquito is greatest from July to early September. But in some parts of the country, mosquito bites can be a risk all year long. Not everyone who gets bitten by an infected mosquito will get the virus. And although kids can get West Nile virus, it's rare for them to become very sick from it.

As a statistic the risk of people on contacting to West Nile Virus is low, and less than 1% of those infected develop serious illness from the virus. Those at highest risk for serious illness are the elderly and those with lowered immune systems. However, people of all ages can develop serious illness, so it is important for everyone to protect themselves from mosquito bites to minimize the risk of infection.

Good Prevention Action: To eliminate sources of mosquito, just lessen standing wlifeater in your yard where mosquitoes may lay eggs. Fill, cover or remove any items that can trap water. Common mosquito breeding containers include:

·        Change the water at least once or twice a week, cleaning the bath on a regular basis

·        Ponds - consider purchasing mosquito-eating fish if the pond is serving as a mosquito breeding site and cannot be drained.

·        Buried every unused goods not use that can keep water inside.

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