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West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus is a viral disease that is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Most people who become infected will show no symptoms. If symptoms do appear they are usually mild and include fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting and rash. More severe symptoms include confusion, seizures, coma, paralysis, and even death.

State Health Department WNV Section (ndhealth.gov)