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RI Department of Health
Cannon Building
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Dept. of Environmental Management
Division of Agriculture
Mosquito Abatement Coordination
Plant Sci. Dept.
9 E. Alumni Ave.,
Suite 7
Kingston, RI 02881 WNV DEM Mosquito Site |
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West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-transmitted disease that can cause encephalitis. It is common in parts of Africa, western Asia, and the Middle East. It first appeared in the New York City region in the summer and fall of 1999, where some 59 human cases (including 7 deaths) occurred. This was the first incidence of this disease recorded in the western hemisphere. Experts believe WNV is established as a seasonal epidemic in North America that flares up in the summer and continues into the fall.
PREVENT mosquito bites
Use bug spray containing DEET
Use protective netting with infants
Wear long-sleeved tops and pants
Repair your screens
PREVENT breeding grounds
Empty items around your yard that collect water
Keep gutters clean
Help your neighbors do the same
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Telephone Contacts
- General Information about West Nile Virus
1-800-942-7434
HEALTH Information Line answering in English
and Spanish Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Information about mosquito testing and abatement
401-789-6280 Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM
- Report Horse illnesses to your veterinarian
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