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Print | YORK REGION>Services>Public Health and Safety>West Nile Virus Surveillance |
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Fight the Bite!West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne virus that is primarily spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. West Nile virus can cause severe illness, although the risk of becoming seriously ill because of infection is low. Most people who become infected experience no symptoms or very mild illness. York Region Community and Health Services has developed a Control Plan to prevent and control West Nile virus in York Region. The Plan includes public education, mosquito control, and mosquito and human surveillance activities. Information on how to dispose of a dead bird. Report Standing Water Standing water with a high organic level that stays for longer than seven days is an ideal breeding site for mosquitoes, especially between early June and the end of August. By eliminating or treating standing water you can reduce the mosquito population in your neighbourhood and reduce your risk of West Nile Virus infection. For more information on how to remove mosquito breeding sites around your home or to report standing water in your community, contact York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653, TTY 1-866-252-9933. Fight the Bite! Council Reports:  YouTube:Fight the Bite! Protect yourself and your family from West Nile virus WNv posters and pamphlets are also available upon request. Please contact York Region Health Connection. Newspaper Ads: NOTICE OF PESTICIDE USE - York Region West Nile virus Mosquito Control Program:
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