West Nile Virus Alert in New Mexico

Mosquitoes in Bernalillo County are carrying West Nile virus—found near the Rio Grande—and while no cases have hit New Mexico this year, last year’s 52 cases and 11 deaths are a warning. With monsoon season looming, stagnant water remains a breeding ground. High-risk groups—especially those over 50 or with health issues—face serious complications like paralysis or coma. Symptoms range from headaches to fatigue. Protect yourself: use DEET or picaridin spray, wear long sleeves, and eliminate standing water. It’s a community effort—your actions help neighbors. For help, contact New Mexico’s health helpline or text line. Let’s keep this summer mosquito-free. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/54d55baed7691074