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Why do people in the us only get west Nile virus in the summer?
The virus is carried by mosquitos-- not too many of them around in the winter.
How can you Die from West Nile Virus?
West Nile virus is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, and can infect people, horses, many types of birds, and some other animals. Most people who become infected with West Nile virus will have either no symptoms or only mild ones. However, on rare occasions, West Nile virus infection can result in severe and sometimes fatal illnesses. There is no evidence to suggest that West Nile virus can be spread from person to person or from animal to person.
How many people catch west nile virus every year?
1,590 causes but 66 deaths
Is there a west Nile virus vaccine?
for horses, yes for people, no
Why do people in the us only get west Nile in the summer?
The virus is carried by mosquitos-- not too many of them around in the winter.
Who discovered the West Nile Virus?
Woman in Ugandawest nile virus
Where there many mosquitoes that spread disease in Maryland?
West Nile Virus is spread by mosquitos and kills 72,500 people a year. Also there is a new virus called chikungunya virus that has been found in Maryland.
Are people with Sickle cell disease immune to west nile virus?
yes they are
Victims of west nile virus?
black people in Africa with no medical support
Is west nile a DNA or RNA virus?
West Nile virus is a virus with a single stranded RNA genome (ssRNA)
What is an interesting virus?
West-Nile virus
What are the signs of west mile virus?
Some symptoms of West Nile virus include skin rash, fever, not feeling hungry, body aches, headaches and feeling tired. The West Nile virus is transmitted to people by mosquitoes.
