After Mosquito-Borne Viruses Detected in Parts of Vermont, Experts Provide Tips to Avoid Illness

After mosquito-borne viruses detected in parts of Vermont, experts provide tips to avoid illness

Health officials confirmed that they have detected West Nile virus in mosquito samples taken in St. Albans, as well as Jamestown Canyon virus in mosquitoes tested in Rutland town.

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile and Jamestown Canyon viruses

The first positive results of mosquito testing this year have detected two viruses in the state: West Nile virus in St. Albans and Jamestown Canyon virus in Rutland.

Department of Health reports mosquitoes with West Nile virus, Jamestown Canyon

WATERBURY — The state said mosquitos in St. Albans and Rutland have tested positive for viruses that can infect humans.