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Will New York City report any fatalities due to West Nile virus by the end of 2024?
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New York City Sprays Pesticides to Combat West Nile Virus After Two Deaths in Wisconsin
Aug 31, 2024, 05:53 PM
New York City is undertaking a large-scale pesticide spraying operation to combat the spread of the West Nile virus, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. Health officials have reported that two people have died from the virus in Wisconsin. The virus is particularly dangerous to senior citizens, although it produces no symptoms in most adults. The operation involves trucks driving around the city spraying pesticides. This measure follows concerns about the spread of the virus in various parts of the United States.
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