West Nile Virus in Wyoming 2023
· There has been a large increase in detection of WNV in mosquitoes, animals, and humans in 2023 throughout the state.
· In Platte County, there have been human cases of WNV reported.
· Preventing mosquito bites is key to preventing infection with WNV.
o Eliminate standing water around your home by draining and removing sites where mosquitoes can breed: tires, buckets, other water-holding objects.
o Avoid outdoor activities at dawn and dusk, when the mosquitoes that carry WNV are most active.
o Wear insect repellent such as DEET, Picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, and others.
o Wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants when outdoors. Treat outdoor clothing and gear with permethrin.
o Use screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.
o Use air conditioning, if available.
· Common symptoms of WNV include headache, high fever, muscle pain, weakness, and fatigue.
· Persons 50 years of age and older are more likely to experience significant clinical disease from WNV.
FLU and Covid Clinics 2023
PCPH will be offering FLU/Covid walk-in Clinics throughout Platte County starting in Late
September or early October.
We are waiting for our vaccines to arrive.
We will let the public know dates/times/and places via radio/newspaper/FaceBook once we
have received the shipments.
If you have questions/concerns please call 322-2540.