I will continue to follow you. thank you. We’ll bring you more breaking news tonight. Nebraska Health Services reports the first two West Nile virus deaths of the year. Both incidents occurred in central Nebraska, the agency said. Over the past five years, Nebraska has experienced an average of six deaths per year from the West Nile River, according to DHHS. There have been more than 60 positive cases across the state. sorry. Symptoms include fever
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services reports first West Nile virus death in 2024
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services reported the first West Nile virus death in the state this year. Two people died in the central region of the state. DHHS noted that West Nile virus causes an average of six deaths per year in Nebraska. For the past 5 years. People of all ages can become infected with West Nile virus, but people over 50 or people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing severe symptoms. Signs and symptoms include fever, headache, body aches, rash, and swollen lymph glands. More severe symptoms include high fever, headache, stiff neck, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, and paralysis. There is no vaccine for this virus, but DHHS said there is approximately 1 in 1 vaccine. Five infected people are showing symptoms. The health department is encouraging the public to take precautions to avoid the virus. Click here for the latest headlines from KETV NewsWatch 7.
LINCOLN, Nebraska —
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services reported the state’s first West Nile virus death this year.
Two people died in the central region of the state.
DHHS noted that over the past five years, West Nile virus has caused an average of six deaths per year.
Anyone of any age can become infected with West Nile virus, but people over 50 and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing severe symptoms.
Signs and symptoms include fever, headache, body aches, rash, and swollen lymph glands.
More serious signs include high fever, headache, stiff neck, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, and paralysis.
There is no vaccine for the virus, but DHHS said about 1 in 5 people who become infected will show symptoms.
The health department urges the public to take precautions to avoid the virus.
Click here for the latest headlines on KETV NewsWatch 7
