KANNAPOLIS — The N.C. State Laboratory of Public Health identified West Nile virus (WNV) in mosquitoes collected by Cabarrus Health Alliance Environmental Health staff on Oct. 11. Samples were ...

Even with lower temperatures and lower risk of mosquito-borne illnesses, the best practice is to keep up with preventative ...

The Centers for Disease Control says most people who contract West Nile Virus present no signs, but those that do could suffer headache, weakness, muscle pain and other symptoms during the illness ...

Of particular concern is eastern equine encephalitis, a rare disease that can lead to serious and fatal illness, caused by mosquitoes carrying the virus ... posting signs to raise awareness ...

The state also is making insect repellent available at state parks and campgrounds; posting signs to raise awareness ... infections of triple E or West Nile virus from year to year, Staples ...

The state veterinarian released information following the detection of West Nile Virus (WNV) in a 12-year-old quarter horse ...

Bats' biggest boon to humans may be in their diet. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night, ridding the air of ...

Standing water, whether in lakes, ponds, or other small bodies, often looks calm and inviting. Many people are drawn to these ...

where West Nile is less prevalent due to higher elevations. Grouse populations in other areas were hit hard by the virus. “They’re definitely not where they used to be or perhaps where we’d like them ...

Last week, 39 chickens tested positive for the virus. There were 15 other chickens that showed signs of West Nile on Monday. Experts believe most will test positive. Exacerbating the issue is standing ...