With that in mind, Illinois state health leaders have sounded the alarm about a spike in cases of the West Nile virus. Southwest suburban Evergreen Park is one of many villages and cities that spray for mosquitoes in the summer.

The Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) is highlighting the importance of mosquito safety this summer as part of National Mosquito Control Awareness Week.

The public is strongly encouraged to take precautions to reduce mosquito bites and help prevent the spread of the virus.

Mid-June is earlier than we typically first find West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes in Massachusetts, health officials say.

SPRINGFIELD The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding the public that along with the start of summer, mosquito season is underway in

Two cases of the West Nile Virus have been reported in Oklahoma County, officials say. The OKC County Health Department says this marks reported infections in the area this season. West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne illnesses in the United States.

Mosquitoes trapped in Shrewsbury have tested positive for West Nile virus, the state Department of Public Health announced Tuesday, June 17. It is the first time this year that West Nile virus has been detected in Massachusetts and it comes at an unusually early time.

Bay County reports West Nile virus as Michigan health officials advise mosquito bite prevention and enhanced local control efforts.