Albertans Urged to Take Precautions Against Insect Bites and Wildlife Encounters This Summer
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Albertans Urged to Take Precautions Against Insect Bites and Wildlife Encounters This Summer
Fort McMurray–As summer activities ramp up across Alberta, health officials are reminding residents to take extra precautions when spending time outdoors to avoid insect bites and potential wildlife encounters that could lead to serious infections. Insect-borne illnesses remain a concern, particularly West Nile virus and Lyme disease. West Nile virus, spread by mosquitoes, can cause flu-like symptoms and, in rare cases, affect the brain. Ticks, …
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