The Chief Medical Officer of Health says three American crows found dead in the Saint John region tested positive for the West Nile virus.
In light of this, Dr. Jennifer Russell is encouraging New Brunswickers to protect themselves against mosquito bites.
Evidence of West Nile virus found in Saint Johnhttps://t.co/Znep96Jvio
— Government of NB (@Gov_NB) October 12, 2018
Dr. Russell says while the risk of exposure to mosquito-borne illnesses is low in New Brunswick, it’s an important reminder to take precautions from spring to fall when mosquitoes are active.
The test results were confirmed by the National Microbiology Laboratory and the West Nile virus was last detected in this province back in 2003.
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