HEALTHJun 27 · 16:36 UTCLAISTDañiel Andres Martinez

Long Beach confirms first human case of West Nile in California

Long Beach confirmed California's first human case of West Nile virus this year. The patient was hospitalized with neuroinvasive illness but is recovering at home. The virus is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes, with no vaccine or treatment available, and health officials recommend precautions like insect repellent and removing standing water.

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