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Utah Reports Eight West Nile Virus Cases, One Death
9/4/2025
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- Utah health officials reported eight probable human cases of West Nile virus, including one fatality in Davis County.
- Six cases are classified as neuroinvasive, indicating a severe form of the virus.
- Mosquito control measures are being implemented in impacted areas.
- Common symptoms include fever, headache, and body aches; severe cases may result in neurological complications.
- People over 60 are at increased risk for severe illness.
