OCCHD: Oklahoma Co. Resident Hospitalized With Possible West Nile Virus

The Oklahoma-City County Health Department said an Oklahoma County resident has been tested for West Nile virus and is currently hospitalized.

Tuesday, September 22nd 2020, 3:15 pm

By: News 9


The Oklahoma-City County Health Department said an Oklahoma County resident has been tested for West Nile virus and is currently hospitalized.

“People should be aware that by minimizing the exposure to mosquitoes and taking additional preventative measures, the risk and chances of becoming infected are reduced,” said OCCHD Epidemiologist Cynthia Bates.

OCCHD said the risk for mosquito-borne illness remains active until a hard freeze hits Oklahoma County.

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