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LDH urges the public to protect themselves against mosquito-borne diseases

During 2022, Louisiana had seven deaths attributed to neuroinvasive disease caused by West Nile virus TheLouisianaDepartment of Health (LDH) is reminding the public to take precautions against mosquito bites that can expose people to West Nile virus (WNV). During 2022, Louisiana experienced 41 West Nile neuroinvasive disease (NID) cases and seven deaths. West Nile virus is spread by…

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