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Guidelines for Surveillance, Prevention, & Control Adobe Acrobat Reader PDF (254 KB/77 pages)  

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West Nile virus is spread by infected mosquitoes, and can cause serious, life-altering and even fatal disease. Virus transmission may occur in parts of the country where mosquitoes are still active.

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Maps of West Nile Virus Activity
2008 Human disease cases reported to CDC
2007 Human disease cases reported to CDC
Reported 2008 neuroinvasive disease incidence map
Reported 2008 viremic blood donors
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On U.S. Geological Survey site. In collaboration with CDC & ArboNET surveillance system.
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NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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Update on WNV false-positive test results

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Save The Date!
West Nile Virus National Conference February 19-20, 2009 Marriott Savannah Riverfront, Savannah Georgia

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Before the Swarm: Guidelines for the Emergency Management of Mosquito-borne Disease Outbreaks

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Information on insect repellents

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How do I choose an Insect Repellent?
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For Transplant Patients
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Community Education Tools
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Public Health Confronts the Mosquito: Sustainable State & Local Mosquito Control
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Interim Guidance for States Conducting Avian Mortality Surveillance for West Nile Virus (WNV) and/or Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus
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