A West Nile virus survivor shared the story of her harrowing journey with the brain infection she first thought was a stroke.

George Balis of Clarke Environmental Mosquito Management said his company has significantly increased its spraying efforts in ...

Illinois has reported its first West Nile Virus death of 2024. West Nile Virus case reported in west suburbs: officials 1st human case of West Nile Virus in Illinois in 2024 ...

Chicago suburbs spray for mosquitos as more areas test positive for West Nile Virus The insects have also been found in Evanston, Glenview, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Northfield, and Skokie.

Birds are the primary hosts of West Nile virus. It can infect more than 250 species of birds, with larger species such as crows and blue jays especially prone to infection.

The risk of West Nile virus in Chicago is considered “high,” as health officials say the area is experiencing “a higher proportion of mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus than usual.” ...

Lake County intensifies mosquito control efforts to combat West Nile virus, following increased numbers of infected ...