A human case of the West Nile Virus has
been reported in Madison County, the fourth case of the
mosquito-borne disease reported by the Mississippi State Health
Department this year.
Previously reported cases were in Lincoln, Forrest and Madison
counties. The health agency reports both confirmed and probable
cases of the disease.
Symptoms may include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, a rash,
muscle weakness or swollen lymph nodes.
Infection can cause encephalitis or meningitis in a small number
of people. Those illnesses can lead to paralysis, coma and possibly
death.
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West Nile Virus Pops Up In Mississippi
Mississippi is leading the nation in human cases of West Nile.
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Published: June 17, 2008
Published: June 17, 2008
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