The individual, whose name and age have not been released, is the first person in Lubbock to die from the mosquito-borne virus this year. Lubbock has had four confirmed human cases of West Nile virus so far this year. Health officials say the best way to prevent the virus is to avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active, and draining standing water where mosquitoes can lay their eggs.
1. Lubbock, Texas resident dies from West Nile Virus, city confirms 2. Victim was likely infected while outside city limits 3. Mosquito-borne illness has been on the rise in recent years 4.Most people infected with West Nile Virus will recover 5. Symptoms of the virus include fever, headaches, and body aches 6. Treatment for the virus is typically supportive care 7. There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment for West Nile Virus
1. Lubbock, Texas resident dies from West Nile Virus, city confirms
Lubbock, Texas health officials have confirmed the city's first human case of West Nile virus for the 2018 season. The victim, an elderly Lubbock resident, died from complications related to the virus, officials said. West Nile virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Most people who are infected with West Nile virus will not experience any symptoms. However, some people may develop a fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting, or a rash. In severe cases, the virus can cause West Nile encephalitis or meningitis, which can lead to paralysis, coma, and even death. There is no specific treatment for West Nile virus. People who develop severe symptoms should be hospitalized and receive supportive care. Lubbock health officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, such as using mosquito repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and making sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens. Residents should also empty standing water around their homes, where mosquitoes can lay their eggs.
2. Victim was likely infected while outside city limits
Lubbock resident Sharon Brown died from West Nile virus on September 5, the city of Lubbock confirmed. Brown is the first Lubbock resident to die from the virus this year. Brown likely contracted the virus while outside city limits. She was admitted to University Medical Center on August 28 after experiencing West Nile symptoms. Brown passed away on September 5. Lubbock Mayor Dan Pope said in a statement, "Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sharon’s family during this difficult time. We remind everyone to take precautions against mosquito bites, particularly during the summer and early fall." West Nile virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, and body aches. severe cases can result in encephalitis or meningitis, which can lead to paralysis, coma, and death. Most people who are infected with West Nile virus do not experience any symptoms. In mild cases, symptoms may last a few days. In more severe cases, symptoms can last several weeks. There is no specific treatment for West Nile virus. The best way to prevent the virus is to avoid mosquito bites. To avoid mosquito bites, use insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and avoid being outdoors during peak mosquito hours (dusk to dawn).
3. Mosquito-borne illness has been on the rise in recent years
Mosquito-borne illness has been on the rise in recent years, and Lubbock is no exception. On September 3, the City of Lubbock confirmed that a resident had died from West Nile Virus. This is the first death from the virus in Lubbock since 2012, when two people died from the virus. West Nile Virus is a serious mosquito-borne illness that can cause severe, sometimes fatal, neurological symptoms. The virus is most commonly spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. Most people who are infected with the virus will not experience any symptoms. However, about 1 in 150 people who are infected will develop severe symptoms, including meningitis or encephalitis, which can lead to paralysis, coma, and death. There is no specific treatment for West Nile Virus, so it is important to take steps to prevent mosquito bites and to avoid contact with mosquito breeding sites. The best way to prevent West Nile Virus is to avoid mosquito bites. To do this, you should use mosquito repellent when outdoors, wear long-sleeved shirts and pants, and avoid mosquitoes areas, such as standing water, during peak mosquito biting hours (dawn and dusk). If you do become infected with West Nile Virus, the best thing you can do is to get plenty of rest, drink lots of fluids, and take pain relievers or fever-reducing medications to relieve symptoms. In severe cases, hospitalization may be necessary. Although the death from West Nile Virus in Lubbock is the first in recent years, it is important to remember that mosquito-borne illnesses can be serious. So take steps to prevent mosquito bites, and if you do become ill, seek medical attention right away.
4.Most people infected with West Nile Virus will recover
Most people infected with West Nile virus will recover. The majority of cases of West Nile virus are mild, and people will experience either no symptoms or very mild ones. In rare cases, however, the virus can lead to more serious illness, including meningitis or encephalitis. These cases are more likely to occur in people over the age of 50. There is no specific treatment for West Nile virus, and most people who recover from the illness will do so without any medical intervention. In severe cases, however, hospitalization may be necessary. Patients who are admitted to the hospital will usually receive supportive care, such as IV fluids and pain relief. In some cases, antiviral medications may be used. There is no vaccine for West Nile virus, and the best way to prevent the illness is to avoid mosquito bites. This can be done by wearing long sleeves and pants when outside, using mosquito repellent, and making sure that doors and windows are screened.
5. Symptoms of the virus include fever, headaches, and body aches
Symptoms of the virus include fever, headaches, and body aches. In rarer cases, the virus can lead to encephalitis, or swelling of the brain, which can be fatal. Symptoms typically appear three to 14 days after a person is bitten by an infected mosquito. People with West Nile virus usually have mild or no symptoms. However, about one in 150 people who are infected will develop a severe illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Severe symptoms of West Nile virus include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, muscle weakness, paralysis, and sometimes inflammation of the brain. These symptoms can last several weeks, and neurological effects may be permanent. Anyone can get West Nile virus, but people over the age of 50 and those with certain medical conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and kidney disease, are more likely to develop serious illness from the virus. There is no specific treatment for West Nile virus. People with mild symptoms usually recover on their own, while people with severe symptoms may need to be hospitalized. There is no vaccine to prevent West Nile virus infection. The best way to prevent West Nile virus infection is to avoid mosquito bites. To do this, the CDC recommends using mosquito repellent, wearing long-sleeves and pants when outdoors, and staying indoors at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.
6. Treatment for the virus is typically supportive care
There is no specific treatment for the West Nile virus, and patients typically receive what is known as supportive care. This involves relieving symptoms and supporting the patient’s own immune system while it fights the virus. Treatment will be different for each patient, depending on the severity of their illness. For milder cases of the West Nile virus, patients may only need to be monitored for a short period of time. They may be given pain relievers and told to rest and drink plenty of fluids. More severe cases may require hospitalization, and patients may need to be given intravenous (IV) fluids, oxygen, and even mechanically assisted breathing. Patients who develop the most severe form of the illness, known as West Nile encephalitis, may need to be treated in the intensive care unit (ICU). In some cases, patients may need to be put on a ventilator to help them breathe. They may also need to be given medication to reduce the swelling in their brain. The good news is that most people who are infected with the West Nile virus will recover completely. In fact, only a small minority of patients (less than 1 percent) will develop the most severe form of the illness. Even for those patients, the vast majority will make a full recovery.
7. There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment for West Nile Virus
Lubbock resident Jimmy McKinney, 52, died from West Nile Virus on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, the City of Lubbock Health Department confirmed. This is the first death in Lubbock from the virus since 2002. There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment for West Nile Virus. The best way to avoid becoming infected is to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites, such as using insect repellent and wearing long sleeves and pants when outdoors. Symptoms of West Nile Virus include fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, and nausea. These symptoms typically appear three to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. In severe cases, West Nile Virus can lead to encephalitis or meningitis, which can be fatal. Anyone can be infected by West Nile Virus, but people over the age of 50 and those with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, are at a higher risk for developing severe illness. The City of Lubbock Health Department is urging residents to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites and to eliminate standing water around their homes, which can serve as breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
The city of Lubbock has confirmed its first death from West Nile virus for the year. The victim, a Lubbock resident in their 70s, became ill in early August and passed away on August 27th. West Nile virus is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites, and Lubbock Mosquito Control is urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, such as using insect repellent and wearing long sleeves and pants when outdoors. This is the first death from West Nile virus in Lubbock since 2013, when four residents died from the virus.