West Nile Virus Back in Adams County | Lincoln News

West Nile virus is back in Adams County, with two new positive mosquito samples found this week — following another case just a few weeks ago. While most people won’t get seriously ill, symptoms like fever and headache can strike within two weeks, and in rare cases, the virus can cause severe brain damage. No human vaccine exists, so prevention hinges on avoiding bites: use repellent, wear long sleeves, and stay indoors during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes swarm. Horses are also at risk — often suffering paralysis or death — but they can be protected with available vaccines. Health officials urge residents to eliminate standing water around homes, as even bird baths or old tires can become breeding grounds. City crews have been spraying and treating high-risk areas like parks and schools since early July to curb the spread. 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/58287af8690c4598