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There is no evidence of WNV transmission from person-to-person through touch, kissing, or other contact.
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Are misquoties contagious?
In a round about way, yes. A bite from a mosquito with West Nile Virus for example can pass the virus on to animals and people.
Is a viral infection contagious?
It depends on what virus it is. Some viruses, like the West Nile virus, aren't contagious. Other viruses are contagious.
Is a viral chest infection contagious?
It depends on what virus it is. Some viruses, like the West Nile virus, aren't contagious. Other viruses are contagious.Yes, viral infections are contagious. If you cough on somebody or kiss someone you could spread it.
Is there a west Nile virus vaccine?
for horses, yes for people, no
Who discovered the West Nile Virus?
Woman in Ugandawest nile virus
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.
What causes the west nile virus?
The West Nile virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly of the Culex species. Birds are the main reservoir of the virus, and mosquitoes become infected by feeding on infected birds. It is not directly transmitted between humans.
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
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.
