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West Nile virus : Questions and Answers
What is West Nile Virus (WNv) ?
What are the symptoms of WNv ?
Who is at risk ?
How is the virus spread ?
How can I protect myself from WNv ?
What is the likelihood of contracting WNv ?
Is there a test for WNv ?
Once you are infected with WNv, are you immune ?
I think I have symptoms of WNv. What should I do ?
Are household pets or livestock at risk of WNv ?
Are pesticides effective at reducing mosquito breeding grounds ?
How should a dead bird be handled ?
Can you apply sunblock and DEET consecutively ?
Where can I get more information about WNv ?
Call the ministry
INFOline
at 1-877-234-4343
(Toll-free in Ontario only)
TTY 1-800-387-5559
Hours of operation : 8:30am - 5:00pm
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