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KRL · 07-24-2003, 04:21 AM

Let's see we've got Mastercard, Visa, Acacia and now West Nile Virus.

West Nile Virus Found In Bird In Fort Lauderdale

A blue jay in Fort Lauderdale's Victoria Park neighborhood was confirmed on Wednesday to have died from West Nile virus, the first case of the mosquito-borne illness in Broward County this year.

The bird's death does not indicate an increased risk to humans, but should remind people to take precautions because the virus is present in the bird and mosquito populations, health officials said.

"We're not surprised by this case," said Dr. James Cresanta, a disease control specialist at the Broward County Health Department. "We know the virus has been here in Florida and Broward County for quite some time. It's probably just a matter of time before we get a human case."

A resident in the 600 block of Northeast 10th Avenue found the dead bird July 2. It's unclear whether the bird contracted the virus in that neighborhood or elsewhere, said Howard Rosen, environmental administrator for the health department.

West Nile has been found previously this year in central and northern Florida. As of July 14, the state had recorded 82 infected birds, horses and other animals, including a goose in Miami-Dade County. No human cases have been reported.

"I'm sure if we keep checking dead birds we'll find more," Rosen said.

Last year, 28 Floridians were stricken by the virus and two died, and about 2,000 birds and animals were infected. A horse in Coconut Creek and a bird in Cooper City were the only cases in Broward County.

The disease causes headache, fever, fatigue, dizziness, weakness and confusion. It can lead to death, especially among the elderly or very young.

Health officials urge people to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes:

Don't stay outside during dusk and dawn feeding times.

Wear long pants and sleeves at night. Use insect repellent with DEET.

Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed

Webby · 07-24-2003, 04:24 AM

Another conspiracy between the Germans, Arabs and French with links to Al-Quaeda....

KRL · 07-24-2003, 04:26 AM

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Another conspiracy between the Germans, Arabs and French with links to Al-Quaeda....

Funny how it shows up 1 week before Internext isn't it?

BigFrog · 07-24-2003, 04:28 AM

no biggie.....they just found west nile in a horse about 2 hours away from me.

good thing i never leave the house

dantheman · 07-24-2003, 06:09 AM

my ex just tested positive on the first testing for WND, monday she finds out if she does have it. She's young so it shouldnt be a problem. But now Whenever my son goes outside he's bathed in off

07-24-2003, 04:21 AM	#1
KRL Entrepreneur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: USA Posts: 31,429	West Nile Virus Found In Ft. Lauderdale Let's see we've got Mastercard, Visa, Acacia and now West Nile Virus. West Nile Virus Found In Bird In Fort Lauderdale A blue jay in Fort Lauderdale's Victoria Park neighborhood was confirmed on Wednesday to have died from West Nile virus, the first case of the mosquito-borne illness in Broward County this year. The bird's death does not indicate an increased risk to humans, but should remind people to take precautions because the virus is present in the bird and mosquito populations, health officials said. "We're not surprised by this case," said Dr. James Cresanta, a disease control specialist at the Broward County Health Department. "We know the virus has been here in Florida and Broward County for quite some time. It's probably just a matter of time before we get a human case." A resident in the 600 block of Northeast 10th Avenue found the dead bird July 2. It's unclear whether the bird contracted the virus in that neighborhood or elsewhere, said Howard Rosen, environmental administrator for the health department. West Nile has been found previously this year in central and northern Florida. As of July 14, the state had recorded 82 infected birds, horses and other animals, including a goose in Miami-Dade County. No human cases have been reported. "I'm sure if we keep checking dead birds we'll find more," Rosen said. Last year, 28 Floridians were stricken by the virus and two died, and about 2,000 birds and animals were infected. A horse in Coconut Creek and a bird in Cooper City were the only cases in Broward County. The disease causes headache, fever, fatigue, dizziness, weakness and confusion. It can lead to death, especially among the elderly or very young. Health officials urge people to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes: Don't stay outside during dusk and dawn feeding times. Wear long pants and sleeves at night. Use insect repellent with DEET. Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed __________________ If you would like to develop your domains, you can lease inexpensive foreign labor from the leaders in the field at iWebmasters.com TO LOWER YOUR COSTS AND INCREASE YOUR PRODUCTION! * * * * * * * * * * * * Domains Adult News KRL's Newsletter Biz Tips Just Listed Domains

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07-24-2003, 04:24 AM	#2
Webby Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Far far away - as possible Posts: 14,956	Another conspiracy between the Germans, Arabs and French with links to Al-Quaeda....

07-24-2003, 04:28 AM	#4
BigFrog Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 2,057	no biggie.....they just found west nile in a horse about 2 hours away from me. good thing i never leave the house