Two West Nile Virus Cases Confirmed in Myrtle Beach as City Boosts Mosquito Control

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Two West Nile Virus Cases Confirmed in Myrtle Beach as City Boosts Mosquito Control
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The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed two West Nile virus cases in Myrtle Beach. Officials note the virus is spread by mosquitoes, not person-to-person, and urge residents to remove standing water, apply approved insect repellents, wear protective clothing, and limit outdoor activity during peak mosquito times. The city is expanding mosquito-control efforts with aerial spraying, larvicide treatments, and enhanced surveillance to curb transmission.

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