Myths vs facts about West Nile virus in Virginia

Myths vs facts about West Nile virus in Virginia

Have you ever wondered how the West Nile virus might impact you?  With a case of the West Nile virus confirmed along Virginia’s coastal region this summer, we got curious about the virus’ presence in the commonwealth. To separate myth from fact, we did some digging at trusted sources like the Virginia Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the World Health Organization. Here’s what we found. Myth: The West Nile…