Very ill L.A. County person found to have West Nile amid explosion of virus activity nationwide

The L.A. County Public Health Department announced its first case of West Nile virus this year. An Antelope Valley resident has been hospitalized with a rare and serious symptom of the virus.

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National story. 4 articles from 4 sources. Updated Jul 13, 2026.

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Los Angeles TimesLean Left· Jul 13, 2026· ran in 2 outlets

Very ill L.A. County person found to have West Nile amid explosion of virus activity nationwide

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KTLA Los AngelesCenter· Jul 13, 2026

L.A. County confirms 1st human case of West Nile virus this year

NBC Los AngelesLean Left· Jul 13, 2026

Antelope Valley resident infected with West Nile virus, first human case in LA County for 2026

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The Brunswick NewsLean Right· Jul 13, 2026· ran in 2 outlets

Very ill L.A. County person found to have West Nile amid explosion of virus activity nationwide