美国各地蚊子体内发现的西尼罗河病毒;卫生官员敦促采取预防措施。 West Nile virus found in mosquitoes across the U.S.; health officials urge precautions.

西尼罗河病毒已在爱达荷、科罗拉多、伊利诺伊、得克萨斯和俄亥俄等多个区域的蚊子中检测到。 The West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes across multiple regions, including Idaho, Colorado, Illinois, Texas, and Ohio. 感染的症状可能从轻微的类似流感的症状到严重的神经问题不等。 Symptoms of infection can range from mild flu-like symptoms to severe neurological issues. 卫生官员建议使用驱虫剂,至少30%的驱虫剂,穿长袖,并消除站立水,以防止蚊子被咬。 Health officials recommend using insect repellent with at least 30% DEET, wearing long sleeves, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites. 在一些地区,正在实施有针对性的蚊子控制措施。 In some areas, targeted mosquito control measures are being implemented.