West Nile Virus Is Spreading Early—Get Expert Tips To Protect Yourself

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have already been detected in at least 23 states this year, including California, Georgia, Indiana and New York.

This is the earliest start to the West Nile virus (WNV) season in the United States since 2004, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Typically, the CDC sees about 10 cases reported by the end of June, but this year has already seen 48 reported cases by June 30.

Continue reading to learn more about protecting again West Nile Virus, written by Trisha Easto.