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West Nile Virus Found During Ottawa County
Summer Mosquito Monitoring
(HOLLAND, MI.) – West Nile virus has been detected in a mosquito in southwestern Ottawa County during recent Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH) summer mosquito monitoring activities. The detection is not a human case. No human cases of West Nile virus have been found in Ottawa County in 2024.
OCDPH is reminding residents that this finding means that West Nile virus is present in Ottawa County. West Nile virus is most commonly spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms of illness include fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. Because there is no vaccine or cure for West Nile virus, preventing infection is important.
You can reduce your risk of getting sick with West Nile virus by avoiding mosquito bites. Prevent mosquito bites by:
- Using insect repellent when you are outside.
- Wearing light colored and long-sleeved shirts and pants.
- Treating clothing and outdoor gear with insect repellent.
- Taking steps to control mosquitos in your yard by removing standing water around your home. This can include water in bird baths, children’s wading pools, water bowls for your pets, or in any container that can collect water.
For more information, visit miottawa.org/wnv and cdc.gov/west-nile-virus.
The Ottawa County Department of Public Health works with our community to help assure conditions that promote and protect health. OCDPH’s vision is healthy people. Follow OCDPH on Facebook @miOttawaHealth, X @miOCDPH, or Instagram @miOCDPH.
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