Floyd County health officials have detected mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus, prompting residents to take precautions against mosquito bites. The Indiana Department of Health notified health officials in Floyd County that three pools of mosquitoes tested positive for the virus.
Precautions Advised
Health officials say most people who get infected with West Nile can experience mild symptoms before fully recovering. A small number of people experience serious illness. The Floyd County Health Department is reminding people to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, such as wearing protective clothing and using insect repellent.
Original reporting: WLKY Louisville — read the source article.
