BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The Louisiana Department of Health reported the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this mosquito season. The patient, from Livingston Parish, was hospitalized with serious complications. No other details about the patient have been shared.
LDH said West Nile virus is spread by mosquito bites. Most people don’t get sick, but some may develop flu-like symptoms, including fever, headaches, body aches, nausea and rashes.
In rare cases, it can cause serious illness. This affects the brain and nerves and may lead to paralysis or death. People over 55 or those with certain health issues are at higher risk, LDH said.
So far in 2025, mosquito activity with WNV has been found in 14 parishes. Last year, there were 57 confirmed cases and 3 deaths.
To stay safe from mosquitoes:
For more tips, visit the CDC’s “Fight the Bite” website.
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