Measles and West Nile Are Back | Bakersfield News

Measles is back in Kern County after nearly two decades—and it’s not alone. West Nile virus is also on the rise this summer. Measles spreads through the air, causing fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash; outbreaks are fueled by low vaccination rates. West Nile, transmitted by mosquitoes, has no cure—supportive care is all you’ve got, so prevention via repellent is key. Stay protected: vaccinate for measles, repel bugs for West Nile, and guard your health as fall approaches. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a465cbf2da89e39c