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News Release


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July 14, 2026
Contact: [email protected], 608-266-1683

First Confirmed West Nile Virus Activity in Wisconsin

" Wisconsinites encouraged to protect against mosquito bites to avoid illness"

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announces the first confirmed West Nile virus (WNV) [ [link removed] ] activity in the state this year. Mosquitoes collected from Milwaukee County have tested positive for WNV and a wild bird from Bayfield County tested positive for the virus. This is a sign that there are mosquitoes in the state that have the virus and can transmit it to animals and people. Currently, no human cases of WNV have been reported in 2026.

"Monitoring mosquitoes and birds for West Nile virus helps public health experts understand when and where the virus is active, so that we can give timely information to communities across the state," said Paula Tran, state health officer and administrator of the Division of Public Health. "These first detections of West Nile virus this year serve as a reminder to take simple steps that can protect you and your family against possible illness."

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