West Nile Virus cases have been widespread all throughout Texas this year. Cases have been reported in Carson County far up in the Texas Panhandle, in El Paso County at Texas's westernmost tip, in Nueces County, close to the southernmost point in Texas, and in a cluster of counties in Northeast Texas. This year's West Nile Virus season is not over yet. And as there is currently no vaccine for the virus, the best course of action is to take every precaution possible for adequate West Nile control. Residents should take it upon themselves to keep informed on the best ways to minimize the risk of contraction by preventing mosquito bites from the start.
Prevalence of The West Nile Virus in Northeast Texas
As of September 3, 2013, The Texas Department of State Health Services has reported a total of 31 human cases of the West Nile Virus in 18 counties, and 300 animal cases of the virus in 29 counties. Northeast Texas residents should be especially aware of the latest news and developments in their area, as a whole one-third of all cases in Texas have been reported in a cluster of counties which, so far, have included Denton, Collin, Tarrant, Dallas, and Johnson.
The Latest Reported Case in Dallas County
The fourth and latest reported case of the West Nile Virus in Dallas County happened in late August, in the 75224 zip code area. The patient was a 60-year-old man who had contracted the more serious West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease. West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease is characterized by encephalitis, which causes inflammation in the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, posing a serious threat to the neurological system.
Please remember that children, pregnant women, older residents, and individuals with compromised immune systems are especially susceptible to contracting the West Nile Virus. Extra precautions for adequate West Nile control should be taken on behalf of these individuals.
West Nile Control – Do Your Part to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones
City officials have been coordinating operations to trap and test mosquitoes before having aerial spraying administered in affected areas. There is no way, however, to predict where the virus will next occur or how severely it will strike. The most proactive and effective course for West Nile control starts with you. All of the standard precautions always apply. But for the most comprehensive solution for your home or other property, please visit www.stonecreeksolutionsllc.com for more details.
Sources:
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/idcu/disease/arboviral/westnile/
http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/health/Dallas-County-Reports-4th-Human-Case-of-West-Nile-Virus-for-2013-220216621.html
http://www.medicinenet.com/west_nile_encephalitis/article.htm
Prevalence of The West Nile Virus in Northeast Texas
As of September 3, 2013, The Texas Department of State Health Services has reported a total of 31 human cases of the West Nile Virus in 18 counties, and 300 animal cases of the virus in 29 counties. Northeast Texas residents should be especially aware of the latest news and developments in their area, as a whole one-third of all cases in Texas have been reported in a cluster of counties which, so far, have included Denton, Collin, Tarrant, Dallas, and Johnson.
The Latest Reported Case in Dallas County
The fourth and latest reported case of the West Nile Virus in Dallas County happened in late August, in the 75224 zip code area. The patient was a 60-year-old man who had contracted the more serious West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease. West Nile Neuroinvasive Disease is characterized by encephalitis, which causes inflammation in the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, posing a serious threat to the neurological system.
Please remember that children, pregnant women, older residents, and individuals with compromised immune systems are especially susceptible to contracting the West Nile Virus. Extra precautions for adequate West Nile control should be taken on behalf of these individuals.
West Nile Control – Do Your Part to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones
City officials have been coordinating operations to trap and test mosquitoes before having aerial spraying administered in affected areas. There is no way, however, to predict where the virus will next occur or how severely it will strike. The most proactive and effective course for West Nile control starts with you. All of the standard precautions always apply. But for the most comprehensive solution for your home or other property, please visit www.stonecreeksolutionsllc.com for more details.
Sources:
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/idcu/disease/arboviral/westnile/
http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/health/Dallas-County-Reports-4th-Human-Case-of-West-Nile-Virus-for-2013-220216621.html
http://www.medicinenet.com/west_nile_encephalitis/article.htm