{"id":27353,"date":"2020-08-28T18:42:47","date_gmt":"2020-08-28T22:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/?p=27353"},"modified":"2020-09-04T11:52:55","modified_gmt":"2020-09-04T15:52:55","slug":"aurora-resident-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/aurora-resident-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus\/","title":{"rendered":"Aurora resident tests positive for West Nile Virus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A York Region resident is the first human case of West Nile Virus in 2020, according to the Region of York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The individual has recovered from the illness, according to the Region of York in a statement released Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe risk of exposure to West Nile virus can be reduced by taking a few simple steps,\u201d said Dr. Karim Kurji, York Region\u2019s Medical Officer of Health. \u201cRemember to use insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin, wear protective clothing when outdoors and remove standing water around your home in places such as flower pots, bird baths and containers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>York Region encourages residents to follow these simple tips to reduce their chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Limit outdoor activities in the early morning and early evening, when mosquitoes are most active<\/li><li>Cover exposed skin by wearing long sleeves, pants and socks<\/li><li>Use insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin when outdoors<\/li><li>Clean or remove standing water sources, including bird baths, empty containers, outdoor toys and flower pots<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mosquito activity varies from year to year. It is important to know not all mosquitoes are West Nile virus carriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>York Region\u2019s annual West Nile virus control plan includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mosquito control \u2013 Mosquito populations are reduced through a process called larviciding, using provincially and federally approved pesticides<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mosquito surveillance \u2013 mosquito traps are set up across the Region, capturing and testing mosquitoes for the virus Those who develop West Nile virus illness may experience symptoms which include fever, muscle weakness, stiff neck, confusion, severe headaches and a sudden sensitivity to light. In rare cases, the virus can cause serious neurological illness including encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain. If you experience any of these symptoms, residents are advised to seek medical attention.<br \/><br \/>For more information on West Nile virus, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/york.us9.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=3d37191eb97768722c0d492f0&amp;id=d1978e3346&amp;e=a7437d4e3c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">york.ca\/westnile<\/a>&nbsp;or contact York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653, TTY 1-866-512-6228.<\/p>\n\r\n<a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-24 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-facebook nolightbox\" data-provider=\"facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newspapers-online.com%2Fauroran%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F27353&#038;t=Aurora%20resident%20tests%20positive%20for%20West%20Nile%20Virus&#038;s=100&#038;p&#091;url&#093;=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newspapers-online.com%2Fauroran%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F27353&#038;p&#091;images&#093;&#091;0&#093;=&#038;p&#091;title&#093;=Aurora%20resident%20tests%20positive%20for%20West%20Nile%20Virus\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:24px;height:24px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Facebook\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"display: inline;width:24px;height:24px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/48x48\/facebook.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-24 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-twitter nolightbox\" data-provider=\"twitter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Twitter\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newspapers-online.com%2Fauroran%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F27353&#038;text=Like%3F\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:24px;height:24px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"twitter\" title=\"Share on Twitter\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"display: inline;width:24px;height:24px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/48x48\/twitter.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-24 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-mail nolightbox\" data-provider=\"mail\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share by email\" href=\"mailto:?subject=Aurora%20resident%20tests%20positive%20for%20West%20Nile%20Virus&#038;body=Like%3F:%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newspapers-online.com%2Fauroran%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F27353\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:24px;height:24px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"mail\" title=\"Share by email\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"display: inline;width:24px;height:24px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/48x48\/mail.png\" \/><\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A York Region resident is the first human case of West Nile Virus in 2020, according to the Region of York. 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