West nile virus.

what is this virus?

African origin that can be spread to humans and other mammals via mosquitoes, causing encephalitis and flulike symptoms, with some fatalities.

how do you get this virus?

West Nile virus (WNV) is most commonly transmitted to humans by mosquitoes.

symptoms

• headache
• high fever
• neck stiffens
• disorientations
• coma

treatment.
Over-the-counter pain relievers can be used to reduce fever and relieve some symptoms

I learned that mosquitoes are more dangerous than they seem cause they have sicknesses that can be passed to you & can cause harm to you or others.

resources:


http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/index.html