In the summer of 2001, the West Nile Virus surfaced in Wisconsin with infected birds being identified in numerous counties. Although chances of contacting West Nile Virus are low, the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, Division of Public Heath recommends the following:

• Maintain window screens in good repair to decrease indoor contact with mosquitoes.
• Avoid being outside during times of high mosquito activity, specifically around dawn and dusk.
• Wear protective clothing such as long pants, loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts, and socks when outdoors.
• When outdoors, consider using an effective mosquito repellant containing the active ingredient DEET (on children, use DEET products containing 10% or less DEET)
• Do not provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes – remove containers, old tires and any object where water can collect and mosquitoes can lay eggs.

To learn more about West Nile Virus call 1-800-433-1610 or visit:

www.dhfs.state.wi.us/healthtips/BCD/WestNile.htm

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