ALL the counties are now infected with the VIRUS

Its time to protectyour horses, cattle, poultry and children from this potentially deadly virus!

 What is West Nile encephalitis?

"Encephalitis" is an inflammation of the brain and can be caused by viruses and bacteria including viruses transmitted by mosquitoes. West Nile encephalitis is an infection of the brain caused by West Nile virus. It is closely related to St. Louis encephalitis virus found in the United States.

How long has West Nile virus been in the United States and where did it come from?

It is not known how long it has been In the U.S. CDC scientists believe the virus has been in the eastern U.S. since the early summer of 1999, possibly longer. West Nile virus has been commonly found in humans and birds and other vertebrates in Africa, Eastern Europe, West Asia, and the Middle East, but has not previously been documented in the Western Hemisphere, It is not known from where the U.S. virus originated.

In the Temperate Zone of the world (i.e., between latitudes 23.5 and 66.5 degrees north and south), West Nile encephalitis cases occur primarily in the late summer or early Fall. In the southern climates where temperatures are milder, West Nile virus ran be transmitted year round.

What Is the incubation period in humans (or time from infection to onset of disease symptoms) for West Nile encephalitis?

Usually 5 to 15 days.

What are the symptoms of West Nile encephalitis?

Mild infections have symptoms that include fever, headache, and body aches, often with skin rash and swollen lymph glands. More severe infection may be marked by headache, high fever, neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, muscle weakness, paralysis, and rarely death. If you believe you have West Nile, seek medical care as soon as possible.

Is a woman's pregnancy at risk if she gets West Nile encephalitis?

There is NO documented evidence that a pregnancy is at risk due to infection with West Nile virus.

How do people get West Nile encephalitis?

The bite of a mosquito that is infected with West Nile virus is all it takes to transmit the infection. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. After an incubation period of 1 to 2 weeks, infected female mosquitoes can then transmit West Nile virus to humans and animals while biting. The mosquitoes and the bites they cause do not differ from those bites of an uninfected mosquito.

Can you get West Nile encephalitis from an infected person or an infected bird?

YES AND NO. West Nile encephalitis is NOT transmitted from person-to-person. For example, you cannot get West Nile virus from touching or kissing a person who has the disease, or from a health care worker who has treated someone with the disease.  It has been transferred through blood transfusions

There is NO evidence that a person can get the virus from handling live or dead infected    birds. However, avoid contact with any dead bird or animal, by using gloves or plastic bags to place it in a garbage can.

Can you get West Nile virus directly from other insects or animals?

Ticks infected with West Nile virus have been found in Asia and Africa. Their role in the transmission and maintenance of the virus is uncertain. However, there is no information to suggest that ticks transmitted West Nile virus to patients in the New York area outbreak.  Infected mosquitoes are the primary source for West Nile virus and have been found to cause the recent outbreak in the New York City metropolitan area. 

Although other animals (e.g., horses and dogs) may become infected with West Nile Virus, there have   been  no reports of the disease being transmitted from the infected animal to humans or other animals.  Contact a   veterinarian if you have questions about pets or other animals.

How is West Nile encephalitis treated?

There is NO specific therapy or vaccine for West Nile infection. In more severe cases, intensive supportive therapy is indicated which includes hospitalization.

Who is at risk for getting West Nile encephalitis?

All residents of areas where virus activity had been identified are at risk of getting West Nile encephalitis; persons greater than 50 years of age have the highest risk of severe disease.

What can I do to reduce my risk of becoming infected with West Nile virus?

Check and repair window and door screens.
Remove containers that collect standing water such as cans, bottles, buckets, toys and old tires.
Remove standing water from kiddy pools, pool covers, flowerpots and plant containers.
Drill holes in the bottoms of recycling containers and other receptacles that are left outdoors.
Minimize time outdoors during the dawn and dusk hours when mosquitoes are out in greater numbers.
If you are outdoors in the evening hours, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
Apply an appropriate insect repellent. If you choose to do this, read and follow carefully the manufacturer's DIRECTIONS FOR USE, as printed on the product. Repellents may irritate, the eyes and mouth, so avoid applying repellent to the hands of children. Insect repellents should not be applied to very young children (less than 3 years old).

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