Mosquito-borne illnesses are on the rise in New York City, with alarming new numbers from health officials. According to recent data, the city has seen a staggering increase in mosquito pools testing positive for the West Nile virus, with the number more than doubling this summer compared to the same period last year. The West Nile virus, which can cause severe neurological symptoms and even death in severe cases, is typically transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes. As residents prepare for the remainder of the summer months, health officials are urging New Yorkers to take extra precautions to prevent mosquito bites and reduce the risk of contracting this potentially deadly disease.
A biting problem: Twice as many NYC mosquito pools testing positive for dangerous West Nile virus this summer, health officials say amny.com
