First West Nile virus deaths of 2026 recorded in California's Central Valley
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California reports its first West Nile virus deaths of 2026 in the Central Valley — one in Kings County and one in Glenn County — as 11 confirmed human infections have been reported across seven counties through July 31. Officials say activity is starting earlier than usual, with ongoing vector surveillance and a push for mosquito-bite prevention.
Topics:health#california#central-valley#glenn-county#health-and-medicine#kings-county#west-nile-virus
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