Rhode Island health officials announce additional human West Nile virus cases
by NBC 10 NEWS
(WJAR) — Rhode Island announced one confirmed human case and one probable human case of West Nile virus on Thursday.
According to Rhode Island Department of Health, both people are Providence County residents in their 70s.
This is in addition one confirmed human case and one probable human case of West Nile virus, and one human case of EEE announced last week.
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management also said one additional positive finding of the EEE virus has been found in a mosquito sample Westerly.
Due to the high risk of mosquito-borne disease, state departments are recommending schools and organizations to use “smart scheduling” and reschedule outdoor activities to avoid peak mosquito hours or relocate to an indoor venue.
Officials also said to prevent mosquito exposure, residents should use an EPA-approved insect repellent and wear long-sleeved clothing when outdoors.
