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West Nile Virus Detected in Massachusetts Mosquitoes: Stay Vigilant!

7/25/2025

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has detected West Nile Virus in mosquitoes from Worcester and Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Belchertown. Thankfully, no human cases of WNV have emerged this year. Residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and adhere to upcoming pesticide spraying guidelines in Worcester. Stay vigilant!

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has detected West Nile Virus in mosquitoes from Worcester and Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Belchertown. Thankfully, no human cases of WNV have emerged this year. Residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and adhere to upcoming pesticide spraying guidelines in Worcester. Stay vigilant!