West Nile virus confirmed in Piatt County; here’s how to protect yourself

(FOX40.COM) — The Tuolumne County Public Health Department announced on Tuesday confirmation of the county’s first human case of West Nile virus this year. According to officials, the patient is an adult who was hospitalized.

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  1. Aug 25Tuolumne County confirms its first West Nile virus case of the year
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