- Avoid mosquito bites
- Apply insect repellent containing DEET
- Wear long sleeves, long pants, and socks when outdoors
- Consider avoiding outdoor activities during peak mosquito hours (dusk to dawn)
- Drain standing water
- Install or repair window screens
- Report dead birds to local authorities
- Check with local authorities regarding mosquito abatement program
Source: The West Nile Virus: What You Need To Know CDC Fact Sheet
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