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West Nile virus confirmed among West Michigan mosquitoes, health officials say
- West Nile virus detected in Kent County mosquitoes, first confirmations of 2026 season in Michigan.
- Two Grand Rapids area mosquito pools tested positive in ZIP codes 49504 and 49519.
- State and county health officials emphasize mosquito prevention to reduce disease risk.
- No human vaccine for West Nile virus; treatment focuses on symptom relief.
- Officials advise removing standing water to reduce mosquito breeding.
- EPA-registered insect repellents are considered safe when used as directed.
- Michigan health officials report no known animal- or human-borne cases yet.
- CDC tracks West Nile virus as a nationally notifiable condition.
- Public urged to stay informed as surveillance continues into summer.
- Health officials emphasize dawn and dusk as peak mosquito activity times.
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