West Nile Virus understanding the deadly impact the West Nile Virus a name that strikes fear and uncertainty first identified in Uganda in 1937 this mosquito born virus has since spread across continents leaving a trail of illness and tragically death in recent years the virus has caused significant fatalities raising concerns among Health officials and communities alike what is West Nile Virus the West Nile Virus is primarily spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito While most people infected do not show symptoms for some the virus can lead to severe neurological diseases like en sephtis and menitis unfortunately these severe cases often result in fatalities especially among older adults and those with weakened immune system recently several communities have been hit hard by the West Nile Virus with multiple deaths reported in regions across the country these fatalities serve as a grim reminder of the virus's deadly potential Public Health officials are urging people to take precautions especially during mosquito season to protect themselves and their families while there is no specific treatment for West Nile Virus prevention is the key to staying safe protect yourself by using insect repellent wearing long sleeves and pants and ensuring that there is no standing water around your home where mosquitoes can breed awareness and caution can significant ific L reduce the risk of infection vigilance we can protect ourselves and our loved ones stay informed stay protected and let's work together to prevent more deaths from this deadly virus for more information visit website or contact your local Health Department