State’s first human case of West Nile virus this year reported in man in Middlesex County, officials say

A state has reported its first human case of West Nile virus this year in a man from Middlesex County. Another state has confirmed an outbreak after finding human cases and positive mosquito samples. West Nile virus typically spreads to people when infected mosquitoes bite them.

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The Boston GlobeLean Left· Aug 20, 2026

State’s first human case of West Nile virus this year reported in man in Middlesex County, officials say

amNewYorkLean Left· Aug 19, 2026

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Scientific AmericanLean Left· Aug 21, 2026

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WWLP SpringfieldCenter· Aug 20, 2026

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Fits NewsRight· Aug 21, 2026

West Nile Virus Outbreak Confirmed In South Carolina

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  1. Aug 19New York City reports 1st human case of West Nile Virus in 2026
  2. Aug 21West Nile Virus Outbreak Confirmed In South Carolina

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