West Nile Virus Season: Key symptoms, causes, and top prevention products
West Nile virus peaks in late summer when warm weather brings more mosquitoes. Most infections are asymptomatic; about 20% cause flu-like fever, while fewer than 1% can lead to serious brain or spinal cord illness. There’s no vaccine or specific treatment, so prevention is essential: avoid peak mosquito hours, use effective repellents, and reduce standing water around your home. The piece also highlights expert-approved products such as mosquito dunks, rechargeable repellent devices, indoor/outdoor bug zappers, and DEET or picaridin-based sprays to lower bite risk. If you develop high fever, neck stiffness, confusion, or other warning signs, seek medical care promptly.