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North Carolina reports two deaths from West Nile virus
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Health officials in North Carolina have confirmed two deaths caused by West Nile virus, prompting renewed attention to mosquito-borne illness in the state. The announcement is drawing concern as the virus, spread by infected mosquitoes, can cause serious neurological disease in vulnerable patients. Residents are being urged to take precautions against mosquito bites.
Why now: Health authorities just reported the state's first West Nile virus deaths, raising public concern about mosquito-borne disease.
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- North Carolina officials report two West Nile virus deaths · Outbreak News Today
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