Mosquitos in Waterloo area have examined constructive for West Nile virus.
In a information launch, the Area of Waterloo mentioned the pool of constructive mosquitoes was discovered within the metropolis of Waterloo. That is the primary constructive pool of bugs within the area this yr, however there have been no human instances thus far.
The area’s Affiliate Medical Officer of Well being Dr. Rabia Bana mentioned though the pool was discovered within the metropolis, it’s an indicator that the virus is current within the area. “It is important for people to take precautions against mosquito bites when they are enjoying the outdoors, and to help control the mosquito population by removing standing water on their properties.”
Most individuals contaminated with West Nile virus won’t expertise any main signs. Signs usually start to seem 3 to fifteen days after an individual is bitten by an contaminated mosquito and may embody fever, headache, muscle aches, swollen glands and a pores and skin rash. In uncommon instances, extreme signs similar to a excessive fever, stiff neck, nausea, drowsiness, muscle weak point and confusion might develop.
The area urges residents to guard themselves from mosquitoes through the use of screens on home windows, sporting lengthy sleeves and pants, utilizing insect repellent with DEET or Icaridin and eliminating mosquito breeding grounds, similar to stagnant water.
