Fulton County Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus at 1 Grant Park Trap
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Updated · Atlanta News First · Jul 8
Fulton County Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus at 1 Grant Park Trap
3 articles · Updated · Atlanta News First · Jul 8
Summary
Fulton County health officials confirmed West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected from one trap in Grant Park, prompting a public warning for residents.
West Nile usually spreads through mosquito bites, and while most infected people show no symptoms, some develop flu-like illness or severe neurological problems including disorientation and muscle weakness.
The health board urged people to avoid outdoor exposure at dusk and dawn, use DEET repellent, wear long sleeves and remove standing water around homes.
Officials also advised repairing window and door screens and trimming overgrown grass and weeds as summer mosquito activity raises the local health risk.