Placer County reports first West Nile death of 2025; California total now five. State records show 61 confirmed cases in 2025; 54 symptomatic, below five-year average. Officials urge Dump, Drain, ...

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has temporarily closed an aviary due to a West Nile Virus outbreak. The virus, which is spread by mosquitoes, has not affected birds in other aviaries at the zoo. The ...

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A horse contracted West Nile virus in Seneca County, the health department confirmed a week ago. Most people will experience no symptoms, but for those who do, seek medical attention. HOPEWELL, NY— ...

The Nile crocodile is Africa’s ultimate freshwater predator. In fact, it’s a reptile that can grow longer than a pickup truck and weigh more than a ton! With a bone-crushing bite and the patience of a ...

The state Department of Public Health has elevated the West Nile virus risk level to high in Worcester and 14 other communities following the recent diagnoses of two human cases, both following likely ...

MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — A popular concert venue in the East Valley was evacuated on Thursday night because of fears of a possible leak. According to police, about 500 people were inside the Nile Theater ...

Gardeners and hikers beware: Poison ivy may look like an unassuming plant, but it's one you're going to want to be able to identify before you wind up with an uncomfortable rash. If you do come home ...

Illinois is reporting its first West Nile virus death of the year — a suburban Cook County resident in their 60s, health officials said Wednesday. Obesity remains high in the US, but more states are ...

Health officials confirmed a West Nile Virus case in Lexington in 2025. Lexington-Fayette County Health will begin mosquito spraying in two zip codes. Spraying uses EPA-approved Duet formula, ...

Ivy League athletic departments are ramping up efforts to prove they played no part in compensating their athletes, drawing a sharp distinction from powerhouse college programs paying millions to ...