Charlotte Mosquitoes Test Positive for Jamestown Canyon Virus, Vermont's 4th Area Since 2025
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Updated · WCAX · Jun 25
Charlotte Mosquitoes Test Positive for Jamestown Canyon Virus, Vermont's 4th Area Since 2025
3 articles · Updated · WCAX · Jun 25
Summary
Charlotte mosquitoes have been confirmed to carry Jamestown Canyon virus, adding a new Vermont location where the virus has been detected.
Last year was the first time Vermont tested mosquitoes for Jamestown Canyon, and earlier detections were reported in Rutland, Marshfield and Whitingham.
Most infections do not cause illness, but some people develop fever, fatigue and headache, and severe cases can occur.
Health officials say there is no vaccine or specific treatment, and recommend long sleeves, limiting outdoor time at dusk and dawn, and using insect repellent.