West Nile Virus Detected in Edgartown Mosquitoes, Public Urged to Use Bug Spray
As summer activities continue in Massachusetts, residents are reminded to protect themselves from mosquitoes, the world's deadliest animal, which are very active in the area. Mosquitoes can transmit several deadly diseases, including West Nile Virus, which was recently detected in Quincy. Using insect repellent and covering exposed skin are recommended precautions.