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Long Island mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile virus - HAUPPAUGE - The New York State Department of Health has notified Suffolk County that an additional mosquito pool has tested positive for West Nile virus. The sample was collected from the Belmont State Park by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services on July 11. This is the forth positive sample in Suffolk County to test positive for West Nile virus this year. There were also two crows collected that tested positive for West Nile virus, one in Greenlawn and the other in Huntington. These are the second and third birds collected this year in Suffolk County to test positive. (July 22) New York State News on the Net!
Two more samples test positive for West Nile in Suffolk County - HAUPPAUGE - The New York State Department of Health has notified Suffolk County that two new mosquito sample has tested positive for West Nile virus there have been three positive pools to date. The samples were collected from a mosquito pools found in Greenlawn and Huntington by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services on July 10. These are the second and third samples in Suffolk County to test positive for West Nile virus this year. There were also two crows collected in the same locations that tested positive for West Nile virus. These are the second and third birds collected this year in Suffolk County to test positive. (July 19, 08) New York State News on the Net!
Long Island mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile - ALBANY - The New York State Department of Health has notified Suffolk County that a mosquito sample has tested positive for West Nile virus. The sample was collected from a mosquito pool found in Greenlawn by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services on July 1st. This is the first sample in Suffolk County to test positive for West Nile virus this year. (July 12) New York State News on the Net!
Warnings issued on mosquitoes and ticks | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle As the season's first few mosquitoes start to make their appearance, health officials are warning people to use insect repellent and dump out small puddles that may have built up in objects around the yard, such as tires or clogged gutters.. (June 9, 08) democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle | Rochester news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Rochester, New York
No West Nile here so far in 2007 — The hot, dry summer has been good for one thing: Monroe County health officials have had no reports of West Nile virus so far this year. No mosquito-born virus has been found in humans, horses, live birds, dead birds or mosquito pools all year, which is a first in Monroe County since 2000, the first full year after West Nile virus was initially found in New York state. August and September are usually the riskiest times for people to be infected by the virus, which is carried by birds and spread to people by mosquitoes. (September 27, 2007) Democrat & Chronicle
More West Nile virus discovered on Long Island - North Babylon -- The New York State Department of Health has notified Suffolk County that additional mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile virus. One sample was collected from Blydenburgh County Park in Islip on September 7th. (Sept. 15, 07) New York State News on the Net!
Brooklyn woman tests positive for West Nile virus - New York -- The Health Department Friday confirmed the season’s first human case of West Nile virus in a 41-year-old Brooklyn woman. (Sept. 9, 07) New York State News on the Net!
Bird tests positive for West Nile virus - Kings Park – Suffolk County Health Services Commissioner Dr. Humayun Chaudhry, Thursday that the New York State Department of Health confirmed that a robin collected on July 25th in Kings Park tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first bird collected this year in Suffolk County to test positive. (August 16, 07) New York State News on the Net!
Mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile Virus - Suffolk County -- The New York State Department of Health has notified Suffolk County that a mosquito sample has tested positive for West Nile virus. The sample was collected from the Blydenburgh County Park by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services on July 17th. This is the first sample in Suffolk County to test positive for West Nile virus this year. Acting Commissioner of Suffolk County Department of Parks Tracey Bellone has closed the park from dusk to dawn starting today until further notice. (July 27, 07) New York State News on the Net!
West Nile Virus plan announced - Albany – The Albany County Health Department plans to implement a strategic and targeting approach to larvicide application in 2007 that is directly based on West Nile Virus surveillance findings. (June 18, 07) New York State News on the Net!
West Nile virus ravages seven species of birds - WASHINGTON - Birds that once flourished in suburban skies, including robins, bluebirds and crows, have been devastated by West Nile virus, a study has found. Populations of seven species have had dramatic declines across the continent since West Nile emerged in the U.S. in 1999, according to a first-of-its-kind study. The research, being published today by the journal Nature, compared 26 years of bird-breeding surveys to quantify what had been known anecdotally. (May 17, 07) http://www.nydailynews.com/index.html
Wayne County man is state's first West Nile death this year - A Wayne County resident has died after contracting the mosquito-borne West Nile virus — the first human death from the illness in New York state this year. It is also only the second West Nile death north of New York City and Long Island since the New York state Health Department began keeping records in 2000. A person died from Schuyler County in 2003. (September 13, 2006) Democrat and Chronicle
More mosquitoes test positive for West Nile in Rockland The level of West Nile virus activity in Rockland County is on the rise, even as the temperatures drop and the mosquitoes that carry the disease are less active, health officials said yesterday. Five batches of mosquitoes trapped in the county during the week of Aug. 21 tested positive for the disease, which is spread between birds and mosquitoes. People can contract the potentially fatal virus through a bite from an infected mosquito. (September, 09,06) THE JOURNAL NEWS: LOHUD.COM
State Health Department Advises New Yorkers to Take Precautions to Protect Themselves from West Nile Virus Albany, NY, August 31, 2006 - New York State Health Commissioner Antonia C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr. P.H. today urged New Yorkers to take extra measures to protect themselves from West Nile Virus (WNV) during this time of year when transmission of this potentially serious illness from mosquitoes to humans is at its peak. There have been two human cases of WNV reported in New York State this year, one in Staten Island and one in Suffolk County. The State Health Department also announced this week that the first two mosquito pools have tested positive for Lacrosse encephalitis virus (LAC) in Orange County and on Long Island. The New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Center reported that 25 counties statewide, including New York City, have tested 258 mosquito pools and 124 birds that are positive for WNV. Based on these increased reports of WNV activity, health officials are emphasizing the need for additional precautions against mosquito bites. The reported number of dead birds and mosquito pools are higher this year than at this time last year. (August 31, 2006) New York State Department of Health
West Nile found in crows here - Monroe just the third upstate county to discover virus this year — The West Nile virus, a potentially fatal illness spread by mosquitoes, is back in Monroe County, health officials said Friday. Two dead crows, a species used as an indicator because it is particularly vulnerable to the disease, this week tested positive for the virus — the first such test results for 2006. "It's been kind of a slow and late start" this year, said Monroe County Health Department spokesman John Ricci. "But this confirms for us that the virus is within our borders. From now until the killing frost, humans are most at risk" of infection. (August 5, 2006) Democrat and Chronicle
First Case of Person with West Nile Virus Reported in New York State This Year, Health Officials Stress Prevention ALBANY, NY, August 4, 2006 – New York State Health Commissioner Antonia C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr. P.H. today announced that a Staten Island resident has tested positive for West Nile virus and urged New Yorkers to take extra measures to protect themselves from this potentially serious illness. The individual became ill with flu-like symptoms in late July. Since July 26th, the New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Center reported West Nile virus positive results for 11 mosquito pools for Suffolk County and 1 mosquito pool each from Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties. Two positive birds have also been reported since July 26 from Monroe County, and one from Tompkins County. To date, Ninety positive mosquito pools and six positive birds have been reported to the State Health Department statewide. With today's announcement, health officials are stressing the need for additional precautions. --New York State Department of Health
Human West Nile Virus Infection Now Identified in New York State, Health Officials Urge Prevention Putnam County Youth Tests Positive for West Nile Virus - ALBANY, NY, July 28, 2005 – State Health Commissioner Antonia C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr. P.H. today announced that a Putnam County youth has tested positive for West Nile virus and urged New Yorkers to take extra measures to protect themselves from this potentially serious infection. Results from the State Health Department's Wadsworth Center laboratories repeated earlier findings from a commercial laboratory indicating West Nile virus infection. The child became ill several weeks ago but has since recovered. With yesterday's announcement that two New York City residents have been preliminarily diagnosed with West Nile fever, health officials are stressing the need for additional precautions. "These findings should remind all New Yorkers that we must renew our efforts to reduce the potential for serious illness by protecting ourselves from mosquito bites," Dr. Novello said. "Although older New Yorkers, who are at highest risk of health effects from West Nile virus, should be especially careful, infection can occur in all age groups with potentially severe consequences." New York State Department of Health
State Health Department Urges New Yorkers to Take Precautions to Protect Themselves from Potential Exposure to West Nile Virus
The arrival of Memorial Day historically marks the beginning of summer, it also signifies the beginning of increased mosquito activity in New York State. To increase public awareness, State Health Commissioner Antonia C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr. P.H., is urging New Yorkers to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and protect themselves from potential exposure to West Nile virus. (May 27, 2005) New York State Department of Health
West Nile cases plunge - 71 statewide instances last year, compared with only 10 in 2004.— West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that prompted some panic when it first hit America in 1999, barely drew a batted eyelash this year in New York as human cases plummeted. Ten people tested positive statewide for the virus in 2004 — compared with 71 last year. Around 200 birds had confirmed West Nile this year — compared with 1,367 in 2003. December 25, 2004) Democrat and Chronicle
Dead crow in Livingston County tests positive for West Nile - A dead crow found in Mt. Morris Livingston County has tested positive for the West Nile virus. The Livingston County Health Department says this shouldn't be a cause for alarm, although its recommended that people take precaution against getting bitten by mosquitoes, which carry the virus. (August 29, 2004) MSNBC - News Front Page
Democrat & Chronicle: Dead crow in Brighton had West Nile virus BRIGHTON — A dead crow found in Brighton has tested positive for West Nile virus, the Monroe County Health Department said Friday. (July 31, 2004) — Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile still a threat here Education is best means of prevention, health official says - — Scares about new illnesses, diseases and viruses come in waves.Last year it was SARS, a serious respiratory infection that found its way into North America and neighboring Ontario, Canada, via travelers from Asia. But lurking in the background was a virus that had also reached scare proportions just five years ago — West Nile virus. (June 14, 2004) Democrat and Chronicle
West Nile impacts bird population - ithacajournal.com -- With information gathered from more than 16,000 participants in all 50 states and 13 Canadian territories, Cornell's Lab of Ornithology has compiled data on backyard birds and identified startling trends. According to David Bonter, project leader for Cornell's Project FeederWatch, last year was "such an odd year in terms of extremes in bird populations." (November 4, 2003) http://www.theithacajournal.com/index.html
Democrat & Chronicle: City man contracts West Nile virus Recuperating patient, 45, is Monroe's first 2003 human case. — Monroe County officials announced Friday that a Rochester man had West Nile virus, the first human case here this year and the third in the four years since the first U.S. outbreak was reported in 1999. The 45-year-old man had gone to an emergency department Sept. 9 with neurological symptoms, including muscle weakness and a stiff neck, said Dr. Andrew Doniger, Monroe County health director. (October 11, 2003) Democrat and Chronicle
Schumer: More West Nile research $$ Two months after President George W. Bush signed a law authorizing the establishment of a grant program to fund research and public education on West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases, Sen. Charles E. Schumer is asking Congress to appropriate $100 million to fund it. (October 5, 2003) SILive.com - Everything Staten Island
West Nile patient's son speaks of ordeal LAKEMONT — The Yates County resident who was diagnosed late last month with West Nile virus is showing slight improvement after being hospitalized for nearly four weeks, family members said yesterday. (September 25, 2003) Finger Lakes Times Geneva, NY
Yates County man infected with West Nile Virus The Yates County Health Department said Friday that a man in his 60's has been infected with the West Nile virus. This now becomes the 16th reported human case of West Nile virus this year in New York. (September 12, 2003) MSNBC Local News
WXXI: West Nile Confirmed in Livingston (2003-09-10) ROCHESTER, NY (2003-09-10) The Livingston County Health Department has confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus in the county. Health Director Joan Ellison says a crow found dead in the Town of Caledonia on August 23rd has tested positive for West Nile. She says it's not a crisis, but recommends that people take precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes. (September 9, 2003) Public NewsRoom
Fatal West Nile Case In The Finger Lakes- (Watkins Glen-AP) -- The state's first fatality from the West Nile virus this year is in Schuyler County, where health officials say an 81-year-old infected with the mosquito-borne illness has died. George Roets, Director for the county Department of Community Services and Public Health, says lab results have confirmed the West Nile infection, and that it was a contributing factor in the county resident's recent death. (August 28, 2003) ROCHESTER'S NEWS LEADER - WHAM1180.com 03:26:46 PM
West Nile in Monroe County? - So far seven birds have tested positive for West Nile Virus here in Monroe County. Health Department Spokesman John Ricci says the county has also discovered what's considered a mosquito pool..(August 28, 2003) ROCHESTER'S NEWS LEADER - WHAM1180.com 03:26:46 PM
West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Yates County for the first time this year. The Public Health Department in Penn Yan says the virus was found in the remains of a dead bird. Since this is an isolated case, no special precautions are being taken, but anyone who spots dead or sick birds that have no obvious visible cause of death is asked to call the health department in their county.The Town Crier News -- http://www.thetowncrier.com
WXXI: West Nile Found In Dead Crow (2003-07-18) ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (2003-07-18) Monroe County health officials have confirmed that a dead crow found in the town of Webster tested positive for West Nile virus. (July 18, 2003) Public NewsRoom
Democrat & Chronicle: W. Nile alert coming via Web — Friday, June 27, 2003 — By next summer, public health officials could have an online early warning system that gauges the risk for West Nile virus. A Cornell University project, supplemented by researchers in South Carolina and Illinois, would be the first Web-based warning system for the mosquito-borne illness. (June 27, 2003) Democrat and Chronicle
All 50 States Now Warn of West Nile Virus Threat - West Nile first struck the northern hemisphere in Queens, N.Y., four years ago and killed four people. This year, all 50 states are warning of an outbreak from any of the 30 mosquito species known to carry it. From 62 severe cases in 1999, confirmed human cases of the virus spread to 39 states in 2002, and it killed 284 people. No one has caught it yet this year, but since January, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported, the virus has shown up in 23 states. (June 22, 2003) The New York Times on the Web
West Nile Virus Coming - Although human cases of West Nile virus aren't expected to start turning up until later in the summer, it's time to prepare now That word from Monroe County health officials who say we could start seeing West Nile show up in birds soon, but if there are any human cases, they usually don't show up until later on....Still , officials say now is the time to start taking preventive measures, doing things like reducing any standing water on your property that could breed mosquitoes. (May 30, 2003) http://www.wham1180.com
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile infected Syracuse baby before birth, officials say December 19, 2002) — SYRACUSE — A month-old baby with the West Nile virus was infected before she was born in the country’s first documented intrauterine transmission of the disease, according to health officials. The case surprised health officials who had believed the disease could not be passed from pregnant mothers to their unborn children. The child was born with abnormalities, including loss of brain matter, but it was not yet clear whether that was related to the infection, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: Feds link infected blood, West Nile and Rochester donor Local case one of 33 transfusions that may have produced illnesses — Federal health officials are investigating 33 cases of West Nile virus nationwide that may be linked to blood transfusions. Six of the cases, including two from New York traced to blood from the same Rochester donor, show definite links, according to the New York state Department of Health. (October 29, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
WXXI: West Nile Patient Released From Hospital (2002-10-18) ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (2002-10-18) A Yates County man was released from Strong Memorial Hospital more than seven-weeks after coming down with the West Nile virus. (October 16, 2002) WXXI Public NewsRoom
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Orleans County female becomes 64th West Nile human case An 18-year-old woman has become the first confirmed human case with West Nile virus in Orleans County this year. The state Health Department says the woman, who wasn`t identified, first showed symptoms on October 2nd. (Kendall-AP) -- She is the 64th confirmed human case with West Nile virus this year. Six New Yorkers have died after suffering West Nile symptoms though not all of them have been confirmed as having the virus. (October 16, 2002) MSNBC Local News
State Health Commissioner Urges Continued Vigilance Against West Nile Virus - Buffalo resident’s death remains under investigation ALBANY, October 8, 2002 — At a news conference in Buffalo today, State Health Commissioner Antonia C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr.P.H. announced that tests conducted at the State Health Department’s Wadsworth Center laboratories have revealed the presence of West Nile virus in brain tissue of a 76-year-old Erie County resident who died after being hospitalized with symptoms of West Nile virus infection. The man, whose name has not been released by health officials to protect patient confidentiality, was admitted to the hospital on September 12 with symptoms of viral meningitis and died September 28. So far this year, six New Yorkers have died after suffering symptoms of West Nile virus; however, West Nile virus has not been officially determined as the cause of death in all of those cases. Health officials have not yet announced a cause of death in the Buffalo case. (October 16, 2002) New York State Department of Health Web Site
EPA to allow pesticides without permits against West-Nile-virus-carrying mosquitoes - 10/11/2002 - ENN.com WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency, hoping to help stem the rapid spread of West Nile virus, said Thursday it will let some people spray pesticides on water to kill mosquitoes without having to first get permits under the Clean Water Act. (October 13, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: Dead bird found to have W. Nile — FORT DRUM — Test results have confirmed that a bird found dead on post last month had the West Nile virus, Army officials at Fort Drum said Friday. The U.S. Geological Survey’s National Wildlife Health Lab in Madison, Wis., confirmed the virus after testing a blue jay found Sept. 20 in an on-post housing area, the Army said. (October 12, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile linked to death in Buffalo(October 2, 2002) — BUFFALO — A 76-year-old man thought to have been ill with West Nile virus died Saturday. He may be the first victim of the mosquito-borne disease in upstate New York. Two people on Long Island and one in New York City have died of the virus this year. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile infects three more horses (October 3, 2002) — The state Health Department has confirmed two more cases of West Nile virus in horses in Monroe County, and one case in Ontario County. That brings the total of confirmed horse cases this year in this area to three in Monroe County, one in Wayne, and one in Ontario County. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: House approves grants to fight West Nile (October 2, 2002) — WASHINGTON — Local governments across the country could receive help in fighting mosquitoes with a $100 million grant program the House authorized Tuesday. The measure, H.R. 4793, approved on a voice vote, would provide grants of up to $10,000 for counties, parishes and cities to develop mosquito control programs to combat the West Nile virus and for states to coordinate those programs. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: More horses have West Nile (October 2, 2002) — The state Health Department has confirmed two more cases of West Nile virus in horses in Monroe County, and one case in Ontario County. That brings the total of confirmed horse cases in the Rochester area to three in Monroe County, one in Wayne County and one in Ontario County. Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: Horse owners warned of West Nile virus here Veterinarians are urging horse owners to vaccinate their animals after an outbreak of West Nile virus in upstate New York left two area horses dead. Only three other horses have reportedly died of the virus statewide this year. (September 26, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: Three more birds in Syracuse zoo die of West Nile virus — SYRACUSE — Three birds at Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park died from the West Nile virus, becoming the latest zoo animals to die of the mosquito-borne disease, zoo officials said. The zoo’s snowy owl died Aug. 16, a Himalayan monal pheasant died Aug. 20 and an Aleutian goose chick died Aug. 22, according to zoo director Anne Baker. --(September 26, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
County's West Nile bird count hits 11 No human cases have been reported. Eleven cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in dead birds in Ontario County, according to the county Department of Public Health. No human cases have been reported. (September 18, 2002) Daily Messenger
Democrat & Chronicle: W. Nile virus tests in Greece negative — County health investigators have found no sign of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus in a Greece neighborhood linked to the area's two human cases of the disease. But the investigation will resume if hot weather -- ideal for mosquito activity -- reappears. (September 15, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Greece man being treated for West Nile Virus The Monroe County Health Department announced Friday that a man from Greece has been diagnosed with the West Nile Virus. County Health Director Dr. Andrew Doniger says the man is receiving treatment at a Watertown Hospital. The unidentified man is in stable condition at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown. He was hospitalized there August 21st. (September 6, 2002) MSNBC Local News
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile patient improves — A 70-year-old man diagnosed with the West Nile virus has improved, Strong Memorial Hospital officials announced Friday. The man, who is from the Finger Lakes region and the first upstate person to contract the mosquito-borne illness, was diagnosed last week, state health officials said. (September 6, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
A second case of human West Nile virus has been confirmed by state health officials. An 57-year-old Onondaga County man was brought to the hospital with flu-like symptoms last month and was diagnosed on August 27th. The case is in addition to a 70-year-old Yates County man who is in guarded condition in a Rochester hospital. A total of 638 people in 27 states have contracted West Nile virus this year, 31 of whom have died. (September 5, 2002) The Town Crier News -- http://www.thetowncrier.com
More crows test positive for virus in Ontario Two more dead crows in Ontario County have tested positive for the West Nile virus in recent weeks. The crows, found in Geneva and Canandaigua, were tested in August and are the fifth and sixth to come back positive in the county this summer. (September 5, 2002) Finger Lakes Times
Democrat & Chronicle: Local man with West Nile virus still 'guarded' Queens man diagnosed on Friday dies Monday from disease — A 70-year-old man suffering from West Nile virus remained in guarded condition Tuesday at Strong Memorial Hospital. (September 3, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
West Nile hits home There is no need to panic about West Nile virus, say health officials: Just use common sense. (September 1, 2002) Daily Messenger
Democrat & Chronicle: W. Nile confirmed in Yates man — The first human case of West Nile virus in upstate New York was confirmed Friday by state health authorities. It's the first case of the mosquito-borne virus in New York diagnosed north of Westchester County. Confirmation came Friday from the state's Wadsworth Center laboratories. (August 31, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
West Nile virus found in Seneca County crow WATERLOO - Seneca County residents are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from getting bitten by mosquitoes that might be carrying the West Nile Virus. A dead bird infected with the virus has been found in the village of Seneca Falls. (August 29, 2002) Finger Lakes Times
Democrat & Chronicle: Nassau County man has West Nile virus — MINEOLA — A 69-year-old man was diagnosed with West Nile virus in the first case of the disease reported this year in Nassau County, state health authorities said Tuesday. The man, a Plainview resident whose name was not released, became ill with symptoms of fever about two weeks ago and was hospitalized two days later. He was discharged after a week of treatment. (August 28, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Yahoo! News - West Nile virus claims two more victims, with death toll in U.S. reaching 11 NEW ORLEANS - The West Nile virus ( news - web sites) has claimed two more victims, one in Illinois and another in Louisiana, bringing this year's death toll from the rapidly spreading virus to 11 across the United States. A 78-year-old man became the eighth fatality in Louisiana, where the mosquito-borne disease has hit hardest. The southern state also reported 62 new human cases, bringing its total this year to 147 in the worst outbreak since the virus was first detected in the United States three years ago. (August 22, 2002) Yahoo! News
Democrat & Chronicle: FDA approves testing drug for West Nile — The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first national trial of a drug to treat the West Nile virus, which has spread across half the country and killed at least 31 people since it was first detected in the United States three years ago. The testing of alpha-interferon will begin immediately at New York Hospital Queens, in the borough where the mosquito-borne virus was first found in the country. (August 22, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Democrat & Chronicle: No virus alarm in zoo fatality — The death of a penguin from West Nile virus at the Seneca Park Zoo should not prevent people from visiting the zoo because the carriers of the disease can just as easily be buzzing in the back yard. The penguin is one of 20 birds in the area that has tested positive for the virus. The rest were crows. Infected birds also have been found in surrounding counties and across the state. (August 17, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle
Zoo Penguin Tests Positive For West Nile Virus Rochester, NY - A dead penguin at the Seneca Park Zoo has tested positive for the West Nile virus. (August 14, 2002) WOKR13.TV
Mosquitoes found with West Nile virus in Onondaga County Mosquitoes testing positively for the West Nile virus have been caught Onondaga County, the first outside of New York City, health officials said Thursday. (August 8, 2002) MSNBC Local News
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile virus found again in Livingston — State Health Department officials announced Friday that a second dead bird infected by West Nile virus has been found in Livingston County. The crow was found in the town of Ossian in late July. (August 4, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle:
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile tally still growing — Three more dead crows from Monroe County were confirmed to have West Nile virus Tuesday, while Livingston County reported its first infected crow of the year Monday. The newest pathology results bring Monroe County's total of West Nile virus cases to five this year. Ontario County is reporting a total of four confirmed cases. (July 31, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle:
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile virus found in dead Webster crow A dead crow found July 8 in the village of Webster has tested positive for West Nile virus, the Monroe County Health Department announced Tuesday night. It was the second such crow found this year. The other was found last month in Perinton, according to the department. Health officials are unaware of any upstate New York human ever becoming seriously ill with the West Nile virus, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. They estimate fewer than 1 percent of mosquitoes carry the virus, and that fewer than 1 percent of humans bitten by these infected mosquitoes become seriously ill. (July 25, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle:
Dead Crow Tests Positive For West Nile Virus Webster, NY - The Monroe County Health Department said a dead crow found in the village of Webster has tested positive for the West Nile virus. (July 24, 2002) WOKR13.TV
Democrat & Chronicle: Second instance of crow with West Nile reported — WEBSTER — A dead crow found July 8 in the village of Webster has tested positive for West Nile virus, the Monroe County Health Department announced Wednesday. It was the second such crow found in the county this year. The other was found last month in Perinton, according to the department. (July 24, 2002) Democrat and Chronicle:
Democrat & Chronicle: West Nile Virus confirmed in Ontario County (July 3, 2002) — A bird infected with West Nile Virus has been found in Phelps, the Ontario County Health Department announced Tuesday. So far this year, 16 birds have been confirmed positive with West Nile virus in New York state, including the one in Ontario County. (July 3, 2002) DemocratandChronicle.com
REPORTING DEAD CROWS HELPS ASSESS RISK FROM WEST NILE VIRUS PDF Link: West Nile Virus 2002.pdf Monroe County: Press Release Area
Democrat & Chronicle: As dead crows go, Monroe County wants to know — Monroe County Health Department officials are requesting that residents report all dead crows to help monitor for West Nile virus. Anyone finding a dead crow in the county should call the report line: 234-9600. Only dead crows should be reported to this number.(May 30, 2202) DemocratandChronicle.com
West Nile virus makes a return A dead crow in Albany has tested positive for the virus, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. (May 29, 220) Daily Messenger
Environmental Group Protests Mosquito Controls in Suffolk Environmental advocates are suing Suffolk County to stop insecticide spraying and the digging of drainage ditches in the effort to control mosquitoes, charging that those techniques are illegal and harmful to nature. Spraying to destroy mosquitoes resulted in fish kills in 2000 and 2001, according to the lawsuit announced yesterday by the Peconic Baykeeper, a nonprofit advocacy and education group based in Riverhead, N.Y., where the case was filed Friday in State Supreme Court. (May 29, 220) The New York Times on the Web
First West Nile Virus-Infected Bird Confirmed In New York Albany, NY - A dead crow sent to state labs tested positive for the West Nile virus--the first this year in New York. The crow was found in Albany on May 1. It was the first among 400 birds collected and submitted to the New York State Health Department since January to test positive. (May 18, 2002) WOKR13.TV
Monroe County Health department ready to do battle with the West Nile Virus - With the warm weather upon us, the mosquitoes are already here. The Monroe County Health Department says the West Nile Virus doesn`t become a problem until late summer, but preventative efforts start now. (April 16, 2002) MSNBC Local News
New York State West Nile virus response Moves to Next Phase Laboratory research to continue; State examines response strategies for next year ALBANY, December 27, 2001 — Although the acute threat from West Nile virus has ended for the time being, State officials continue to respond to the emerging disease through laboratory research and planning for next year's West Nile virus response.-from New York State Department of Health Web Site
Florida to Call Off West Nile Virus Alert TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Reuters) - Florida will soon lift its health alert for West Nile virus (news - web sites), a potentially fatal disease that is spread by mosquitoes from birds and animals to people, a state health official said Friday. With mosquito activity slowing because of the cooler weather in the state, the number of cases of the disease have been on the decline, prompting the decision to lift the alert at year's end, said Florida Department of Health veterinarian Lisa Conti. (Saturday, December 22, 2001) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile Alert Extended to Most of Florida MIAMI- Florida has extended an alert for West Nile encephalitis to almost 75 percent of the state, but limits on insecticide-spraying flights after the attacks on U.S. landmarks have slowed efforts to combat mosquitoes that spread the disease. The Florida Department of Health has already confirmed seven human cases of West Nile encephalitis this year. (Friday, September 28, 2001) Yahoo News (Reuters)
Dead crow in Irondequoit tests positive for West Nile virus - The Monroe County Health Department said Thursday that a dead crow found in Irondequoit has tested positive for the West Nile virus. (September 7, 2001) WHEC
Dead crows in Syracuse had West Nile virus - SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) - Two crows found dead in the city's suburbs are the first West Nile-infected animals detected in central New York this summer and could signal the beginning of a late-season cycle of infection, health officials said. Thursday, August 30, 2001)WHEC
W. NILE FEARS TAKE FLIGHT IN BROOKLYN August 25, 2001 -- Birds are dropping like flies on one block in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn, fueling fears that the West Nile virus is also in the air. (Tuesday, August 28, 2001) NY Post.com
Woman Contracts West Nile Virus in Florida Keys MARATHON, Fla. (Reuters) - A Florida woman has been infected with the mosquito-borne West Nile virus (news - web sites) that killed a Georgia woman this month and at least seven other people in North America in recent years, the Miami Herald reported on Saturday. (Saturday, August 25, 2001) Yahoo News
Dead crow in Broome County tests positive for West Nile virus -- Authorities say a dead crow found in Binghamton two weeks ago has tested positive for the West Nile virus. It's the first confirmed West Nile case in a bird in Broome County this year. (Tuesday, August 21, 2001) (Binghamton-AP) Health officials say they're not too surprised by the discovery, noting August and September are considered to be the peak season for the mosquitoes which spread the virus. (Tuesday, August 21, 2001) WHEC
West Nile Virus Detected in Canadian Birds TORONTO - The potentially deadly West Nile virus (news - web sites) has been detected in early tests of two dead birds found in the province of Ontario, which could mark the first time the virus has made its way into Canada. (Monday, August 20, 2001) Yahoo News, (Reuters)
County Protects Residents Against West Nile Virus -- (Monday, August 13, 2001) from Jack Doyle, Monroe County Executive
NY Confirms First Human West Nile Case of Summer NEW YORK - An elderly New York woman has been confirmed as the area's first case this summer of the mosquito-born West Nile virus (news - web sites), which killed seven people in the metropolitan area when it first appeared in 1999. (Monday, August 13, 2001) (Reuters)
Health department issues new alert for West Nile Virus Aug. 9 - Monroe County health officials said Thursday that the greatest risk of contracting the potentially serious illness is from now through mid-September. Despite the dry conditions, mosquitoes can breed in places like small swimming pools and even bird baths. WHEC
Avoiding West Nile Virus During Peak Season Rochester, NY - Although no human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in New York state, Monroe County leaders are urging people to protect themselves against the virus spread by mosquitoes. (Saturday, August 11, 2001) iKnowRochester.com
West Nile Virus Crops Up Again in the US SAN FRANCISCO, CA, For the third year in a row, the West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in birds and mosquito pools throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. WNV is a mosquito-borne disease that generally causes mild flu-like symptoms but can cause more serious and sometimes fatal infections of the brain. (July 23, 2001) -Yahoo Environment
New West Nile Virus Findings Released New Findings to be Posted on Health Department Website
ALBANY, July 19, 2001- The New York State Department of Health reminds reporters that when there are additional laboratory confirmations of West Nile virus, they will be posted on the Department's website at 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Today, July 19, 2001, the Department has posted positive results from three new counties, including a positive mosquito pool, bringing the 2001 State total of counties with confirmed presence of West Nile virus to five. (Saturday, July 21, 2001) NYS Dept. of Health
Four crows in Suffolk County test positive for virus July 19 - HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. (AP) - Four crows in Suffolk County have tested positive for the West Nile virus, the county health commissioner announced Thursday. The crows were found in Stony Brook, Smithtown, Nesconset and Lake Grove between June 29 and July 9, said Clare Bradley, commissioner of health services. (Thursday, July 19, 2001) WHEC
W. Nile worries return Dead-crow data still the key; in Monroe the risk appears tiny -- Keeping a geographical accounting of dead crows this year will help measure the risk to humans from the West Nile virus. (Saturday, June 30, 2001) - DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Health commissioner says West Nile epidemic almost under control - (Albany-AP) -- The West Nile virus is almost under control in New York. State Health Commissioner Doctor Antonia Novello made that proclamation Thursday at a day-long briefing about the virus in Albany. (Sunday, June 17, 2001) WHEC
First West Nile Virus-Infected Bird Confirmed in New York Officials stress there is no imminent health risk; encourage mosquito reduction strategies ALBANY, NY, May 24, 2001 - New York has its first confirmed finding of West Nile virus for 2001, State Health Commissioner Antonia. C. Novello, M.D., M.P.H., Dr. P.H., said today. A crow collected in Yorktown, Westchester County on May 10 was infected with the mosquito-borne virus, according to results from the State Health Department's Wadsworth Center laboratories. The infected crow is the first among 407 birds collected and submitted to the State Health Department since January 1, 2001 to test positive. -- NYS Dept. of Health.
West Nile Virus is here to stay WAMPSVILLE - The mosquito-borne West Nile Virus created a buzz last summer as reports of dead birds and human infection made their first appearances north of New York City.
Don't expect this summer to be any different. Madison County officials say they will be using a $10,000 grant from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to continue a search and education strategy to combat the virus. (Thursday, May 17, 2001) Oneida Dispatch
Mosquito swat team Search is on for West Nile virus carriers Erie County is on the hunt for the little bloodsuckers, ready to battle the West Nile virus with a state-of-the-art mosquito laboratory. (Wednesday, May 9, 2001) Buffalo News
Monroe County Plans Preventive Measures Against West Nile Virus PDF Link: wnv release and fact sheet 2001.pdf -- (Wednesday, May 9, 2001) News Releases by Jack Doyle Monroe County Executive
Spring season means return of mosquitoes - The West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitoes and can be deadly. There are some things you can do now to gear up before the mosquito season starts. ( April 3, 2001) 10NBC/WHEC TV-10
U.S. boosts N.Y. funds to combat West Nile -- After complaining of getting shortchanged last year, New York is getting a major boost in federal funds to fight the West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease now found statewide. (January 25, 2001) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile is window onto bird mortality State health experts last year, confronted with the emerging West Nile virus, examined a flood of animal samples sent in from New York's 62 counties. Included were the frozen bodies of nearly 10,000 wild birds. (January 23, 2001) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
U.S. study of West Nile virus may benefit N.Y. -- Federal funds announced this week could help take the bite out of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness that has gripped the East Coast in the last two years. (December 12, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile Virus Update - Week of November 9 - December 15, 2000 NYS Department of Health.
Hotter Earth May Boost W. Nile Virus West Nile virus might be surviving and thriving in New York because of global warming, scientists say. The appearance of West Nile and other exotic diseases in new locales can be seen as a "a wakeup call that things are changing. They're changing due to our own habits, our level of energy consumption," said Dr. Kent Bransford, an oncologist and hematologist who works as a climate-change consultant for Physicians for Social Responsibility. (November 14, 2000) NYDailyNews.
W. Nile Survey Draws 'Em Out 730 will give blood to researchers Researchers conducting a West Nile virus survey in Babylon have gotten an overwhelming response, Suffolk County Health Department officials said yesterday. (November 7, 2000) New York Daily News
W. Nile virus can be transmitted bird to bird, tests find Scientists at the National Wildlife Health Center have determined that the West Nile virus can be transmitted from bird to bird in a controlled laboratory, altering the previous belief that transmission only occurred through mosquito bites. (November 4, 2000) Buffalo News
West Nile season ending, but what about next year? One of the most notable new stories reported this summer was the presence of the West Nile virus here in Monroe County. (October 24, 2000) East Rochester Post
Community invited to help redesign Fairport Village Partnership hopes that a "charette" on Oct. 21 will allow residents to share their vision of Fairport. On Saturday, Oct. 21, the Fairport community is invited to a unique form of gathering: The Fairport Village Partnership will sponsor a "design charette" to come up with an idea of Fairport in the 21st century. (October 17, 2000) Perinton - Fairport Post
Should we be be spraying? Learn the latest about the West Nile Virus from Rachels.org.
Clinton gives state aid for West Nile -- The Clinton administration Wednesday reversed its decision not to help pay for efforts to eradicate West Nile virus in New York, where the disease first appeared last year. (October 12, 2000)
West Nile virus found in Wayne County Update: A bird infected with West Nile virus has been found in Wayne County. (October 11, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Queens Woman Has West Nile And in NJ, man dies of the disease A St. Albans woman is the first Queens person infected this year with the West Nile virus, city health officials said yesterday. (September 28, 2000) Newsday.com
West Nile fight to cost state more than $30M The cost of fighting New York's West Nile virus outbreak is expected to top $30 million, making the state's campaign against the virus the most expensive in the nation, U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer said Wednesday. (September 28, 2000) TimesUnion
Local residents are taking steps to educate themselves and minimize the risk of infection. Linda Frank peered at a box of "Mosquito Dunk," a product designed to stop the spread of mosquitoes, while she waited in line at the Canandaigua Chase-Pitkin Home and Garden store Friday. (September 19, 2000) Canandaigua.com
West Nile Outbreak Worsens in Israel, U.S. Worried TORONTO (Reuters) - Ten people have died and more than 120 have been infected with West Nile virus (news - web sites) in an outbreak in Israel, a researcher said on Sunday. (September 18, 2000) YahooNews.
The Culprit? Mosquito Species That Carried West Nile to U.S. May Have Been Found --ABC News
Town urges area schools, senior residences to take "normal precautions." A dead crow found on LeManz Drive in Gates early last month has tested positive for the West Nile virus. ( September 13, 2000) Gates/Chili News.
West Nile virus has arrived The mosquito-borne virus has sparked a countywide effort to control the mosquito population. (September 12, 2000) Gates/Chili Post
West Nile virus fight continues The mosquito-borne virus has sparked a countywide effort to control the mosquito population. (September 9, 2000) Greece Post
Water Worries Mosquitoes carry the West Nile Viral infection. Standing water is where mosquitoes breed. Normally, there are tow fountains to keep the water moving on Lake Riley at Cobbs Hill Park. (September 9, 2000) WROC
West Nile In Two More Towns: Two more dead birds found in Monroe County have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. The birds were found on Le Manz Drive in the Town of Gates and on East Street in the Town of Mendon. (September 7, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile Virus detected in Brighton Health officials want people to be cautious about their outdoor activity. (September 7, 2000) Brighton - Pittsford Post
Federal aid sought in Nile virus fight -- New York state is pressing the federal government to help pick up the check for the mounting costs of the West Nile virus. (September 7, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
The West Nile Risk For Pets Cases of the West Nile Virus continue to pop up in our area. (September 04, 2000)
War On West Nile Sewer grates are perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes so county health officials are using them as a battleground. For each catch basin...a quarter teaspoon of larvacide...just enough to kill mosquito eggs. (September 01, 2000) (WROC)
WEST NILE VIRUS DETECTED IN ADDITIONAL MONROE COUNTY BIRD PDF Link: wnvspencerport.pdf (September 01, 2000) News Release, Jack Doyle, Monroe County Executive
Another West Nile Case Found: A fourth bird found in Monroe County has tested positive for the West Nile virus. The disease has shown up in a dead blue jay found on Spencer Road in the town of Irondequoit. (September 2, 2000) RochesterToday
New Local West Nile Cases Monroe County's Health Department reported the fourth local case of the West Nile Virus on Friday, September 1st. (September 2, 2000) RNews.com
Third West Nile Case in 3 Days A third Rochester suburb reported a case of West Nile virus. (September 1, 2000) RNews.com
West Nile in Brighton Brighton now joins Greece and Penfield. Birds infected with the virus have been found in those Monroe County communities. (September 1, 2000) (WROC)
New Nile case found; officials plant larvicide BRIGHTON -- A third bird infected with West Nile virus has been found locally, Monroe County health officials announced yesterday. But the discovery is not cause for alarm, they say. (September 1, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile Virus A second dead crow found in Monroe County has tested positive for the West Nile Virus. (August 31, 2000) Fox Rochester
West Nile Virus It’s prompting increased response in Penfield, Irondequoit, Webster, and Brighton. (August 31, 2000) (WROC)
Local leaders arming to fight West Nile virus in the spring Area suburbs, with some help from Erie County and the state Department of Environmental Conservation, are preparing to battle the West Nile virus that is expected to get nastier next spring. (August 31, 2000) Buffalo News.
West Nile Virus Detected In Monroe County Bird PDF Link: westnile.pdf (August 30, 2000) -- Jack Doyle County Executive News.
West Nile Virus detected in second Monroe County bird PDF Link: wnvpenfield.pdf (August 30, 2000) -- Jack Doyle County Executive News.
West Nile Virus Health officials say this announcement was just a matter of time. (August 30, 2000) WROC
West Nile hits Monroe County -- The wait is over. State health authorities yesterday confirmed Monroe County's first case of West Nile virus in a wild bird. (August 30, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
County Will Use Larvacides In Greece Greece residents should expect a knock on the door from the Monroe County Health Department today. (August 30, 2000)
West Nile Confirmed In Monroe County The West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Monroe County. The State Health Department confirms that the illness was detected in a dead bird found in Greece. The virus has now been found in 42 counties in New York, over two-thirds of the State. (August 29, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile virus invades Monroe County Update: The West Nile virus has reached Monroe County. The Health Department confirmed Tuesday that the virus has been found in a dead bird. The bird was found in Greece. (August 29, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Zebra Mussels Both Destructive And Beneficial To Great Lakes Some big pieces of our local history are being destroyed by a silent but persistent predator. (August 26, 2000) RochesterToday
More West Nile found in birds, bugs Two more birds infected with the West Nile virus were added to the tally in Putnam County yesterday, while in Westchester County, two samples of mosquitoes tested positive for the virus.( 8/25/2000) The Journal News
West Nile trifecta Hits Essex to join Clinton, Franklin SCHROON LAKE — Essex County is now on the growing list of counties with wild birds testing positive for West Nile virus. (August 26, 2000) Press Republican Online
Counties see more birds with virus The West Nile virus has been found in 38 N.Y. counties and in New York City. The West Nile virus continued to spread across the state Thursday as health officials confirmed the first infected birds in two Central New York counties - Oswego and Seneca. (August 26, 2000) Syracuse Online
ALBANY - Officials in Albany County decided Thursday that they would not spray the pesticide Anvil for the remainder of the year, unless extenuating circumstances occur. Anvil was used in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady counties two weeks ago in an effort to kill adult mosquitoes within two-mile radius of where dead birds were found carrying the West Nile virus. (August 26, 2000) The Record
County: W. Nile risk rising Oneida County officials gave more detail Friday explaining why they are being aggressive in curbing the risk of people contracting the West Nile virus. (August 26, 2000) Observer-Dispatch
West Nile found in Ontario, Seneca GENEVA - The West Nile Virus has been found in Ontario and Seneca counties, with a crow from Geneva and a ring-billed gull from Waterloo testing positive for the virus. (August 25, 2000) Finger Lakes Times
West Nile detected in Geneva - West Nile virus in wild birds, creeping ever closer to the Rochester area, was confirmed yesterday in Ontario County. (August 25, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Fishermen Will Sue Makers Of Pesticides A group of lobstermen from Connecticut are to file a $75-million suit today against the makers of pesticides that were sprayed last year in their state and New York to kill mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus. (August 24, 2000) Newsday.com
Larvacides, Other Steps May Be Taken Against West Nile It's probably already here. (August 23, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile sentries hunt for carriers -- City, town and village parks and highway officials will soon fan out across Monroe County looking for water. (August 23, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
All eyes on West Nile virus Officially, West Nile virus has not yet reached Monroe County. But experts say that it's likely already in the blood of area birds and will be detected soon. (August 21, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile Virus Found Closer To Home On Wednesday, the West Nile virus was detected in a dead bird in Livingston County. (August 17, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile Virus makes its way to Livingston County The West Nile Virus is now even closer to Rochester. (August 17, 2000) TOP NEWS From WHEC, and MSNBC
Livingston jay had West Nile -- West Nile virus, a potentially deadly illness spread by mosquitoes, is getting closer to Rochester. (August 17, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
COUNTY POSTS WEST NILE VIRUS INFO ON THE WEB -- News Release, Jack Doyle, Monroe County Executive Information Phone Line Also Established PDF Link: West Nile Virus.pdf
West Nile encephalitis has been confirmed in nearby Yates County. The virus was found on a dead crow found in the town of Starkey. (August 15, 2000) The Town Crier.
Yates won't spray Yates County has chosen to educate the public rather than spray pesticides for mosquitoes in an effort to combat the West Nile virus. (August 15, 2000) Finger Lakes Times
More West Nile Cases: Health workers in Syracuse say there are two more confirmed cases of the West Nile Virus. (August 15, 2000) RochesterToday
Protect Yourself From West Nile Virus The West Nile virus has been confirmed just 60 miles southeast of Rochester, in Starkey, Yates County. Heath Department officials warn residents to protect themselves from a possible infection. (August 12, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile hotline & website The Monroe County Health Department wants to protect you from the West Nile Virus. (August 12, 2000) TOP NEWS From WHEC, and MSNBC
County phone line answers West Nile inquiries -- Monroe County health officials are employing a new weapon in the war against the West Nile virus: the phone. (August 12, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Nile virus found in three more counties -- Birds infected with the West Nile virus have been detected in three more upstate New York counties -- Broome, Franklin and Niagara, according to state health officials. (August 8, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
West Nile Spreading A dead crow in Binghamton tested positive for the West Nile virus yesterday. (August 8, 2000) RochesterToday
AGREEMENT HALTS PHONEY "WEST NILE" CLAIMS L.I. Company’s Deceptive Ads Preyed on Fear of Mosquito-borne Virus (August 7, 2000) Office of New York State Attorney General.
West Nile Virus still threatens local people Many people throughout New York seem unfazed about presence of the potentially fatal West Nile virus. (August 7, 2000) TOP NEWS From WHEC, and MSNBC
West Nile virus not seen in area yet It has been spreading across New York's counties but has not shown up here. (August 7, 2000) Finger Lakes Times
Little buzz at West Nile -- Few people in western New York seem bugged that mosquitoes carrying the potentially fatal West Nile virus probably have invaded every county in New York state. (August 7, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Signs Of The West Nile Virus Closer To Home Health officials say a human case of the West Nile virus has been confirmed. (August 5, 2000) RochesterToday
West Nile virus spreads statewide The West Nile virus has spread across the state and a 78-year-old Staten Island man tested positive for the infection, making him the first confirmed human case this year, officials announced Friday. (August 5, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
As Virus Spreads, Search for Cure Experts: West Nile likely present upstate As New York State health officials announced yesterday that West Nile virus has now likely spread throughout the state, researchers around the country are stepping up their efforts to develop vaccines and treatment for the disease should human cases emerge this season. (August 4, 2000) Newsday.com
West Nile virus could be statewide -- While western New York has no reported cases of West Nile virus, five more counties have confirmed its presence, prompting state health officials to speculate that it has spread statewide. (August 4, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
County Checking For West Nile Virus The latest case of the West Nile Virus has surfaced in Erie County; it was found last night in a crow. (August 4, 2000) RochesterToday
Possible West Nile Vaccine: A $3 million federal grant is headed to a Massachusetts biotech firm, in an effort to create a vaccine for the West Nile virus. (August 3, 2000) RochesterPolitics
West Nile called long-term threat — The West Nile virus is here to stay and is likely to keep spreading into other areas of the country, experts said Tuesday. (August 2, 2000) Poughkeepsie Journal
Virus-stricken crows closer to Erie County Hopefully it doesn't get here, but I think we need to plan for the problem." Legislature Chairman Charles M. Swanick, D-Kenmore (August 2, 2000) Buffalo News
Dead crow sent for testing LYONS - A dead crow found Monday has some local residents worried about West Nile virus, which was found last week in Syracuse. (August 2, 2000) Finger Lakes Times
County renews insect battle Effort to control West Nile virus-carrying mosquitoes uses larvicide in water. -August, 2000 SyracuseOnline
West Nile Virus getting closer to Rochester Two dead crows bitten by mosquitoes carrying the virus were detected in the Syracuse suburb of Liverpool. -August 1, 2000 TOP NEWS From WHEC, and MSNBC
Checking For West Nile Virus Locally Concern over the deadly West Nile virus is spreading throughout the state after the discovery of a dead bird carrying the virus in Onondaga County. -August 1, 2000 RochesterToday
Monroe Studies CNY West Nile Monroe County officials say the discovery of the West Nile virus this week in a dead crow in a Syracuse suburb hasn't changed their plans for monitoring the mosquito population in our area. (July 31, 2000) RNews.com
Health Officials Keeping An Eye On West Nile Virus Health officials in Liverpool, NY, sprayed pesticides again on Saturday morning, after they found a dead crow infected with the West Nile virus. (July 31, 2000) RochesterToday
Virus May Be Moving Closer To Monroe County The West Nile virus carried by mosquitoes is spreading closer to home. Onondaga County health officials confirmed Friday a dead crow in Liverpool just outside of Syracuse was infected with the virus. (July 29, 2000) RochesterToday
Latest Dead Crow Fuels West Nile Concern in U.S BOSTON (Reuters) - A second dead crow infected with the potentially fatal West Nile virus triggered a round of emergency meetings in the Boston area where officials on Friday decided to start spraying to eradicate mosquitoes in three suburban towns west of the city. -July 28, 2000 ExciteNews
Boston Mosquitoes Negative for West Nile BOSTON (Reuters) - Preliminary tests of 70 Boston mosquitoes for the West Nile virus on Thursday proved negative, but further trials are needed to show whether the virus is present in Massachusetts, public health officials said. (July 27, 2000) YahooNews.cm
W. Nile Shuts Central Park Live mosquitoes are found with virus The invasion of West Nile virus struck the heart of the city yesterday, forcing officials to shut Central Park temporarily, postpone a concert there by the New York Philharmonic and order the ground-spraying of the 843-acre sanctuary. (July 25, 2000) NY Daily News
County joins statewide hunt for deadly West Nile virus One early morning this week in a remote corner of Ellison Park, Monroe County public health sanitarian Eric Ammerman searched the trees for his mosquito trap. (July 22, 2000) DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Important notice from Jack Doyle: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT NEEDED TO REDUCE THREAT OF WEST NILE VIRUS -PDF Link: West Nile Virus.pdf - (June 6, 2000) News Release Jack Doyle Monroe County Executive
Ontario County health officials are putting residents on the alert to prevent the spread of West Nile Encephalitis. The virus was first detected in the Western Hemisphere last year, when more than 500 New York City residents tested positive for the disease. (6/06/00) The Town Crier Canandaigua It is also suggested that residents remove old tires, tin cans, plastic covers, or other containers that may breed mosquitoes. In addition, anyone discovering a dead wild bird is asked to call (716) 396-4343 to report the incident.
Worry clouds warm days The deadly West Nile virus may have survived winter and could spread upstate (May 10, 2000)--DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE
Crows in Suffolk Had West Nile In the first such finding this year on Long Island, two dead crows found in Suffolk have tested positive for the West Nile virus, the county Health Department announced Friday. (July 9, 2000) Newsday.com
New Mosquito-Borne Virus Alert in New York Area NEW YORK (Reuters) - Faced with more evidence that a potentially lethal, mosquito-borne virus had survived the winter, health authorities have ordered pesticide spraying to kill the insects in the New York City area. (July 19, 2000) Yahoo.news
Ontario County health officials are putting residents on the alert to prevent the spread of West Nile Encephalitis. The virus was first detected in the Western Hemisphere last year, when more than 500 New York City residents tested positive for the disease. (6/06/00) The Town Crier Canandaigua
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT NEEDED TO REDUCE THREAT OF WEST NILE VIRUS -PDF Link: West Nile Virus.pdf -(June 6, 2000) News Release Jack Doyle Monroe County Executive
Area residents alerted to deadly mosquito virus-GENEVA - Health care professionals and scientists across the Northeast are reminding people to take extra precautions against mosquitoes this summer, as the area's second season with West Nile virus begins. (June 16, 2000) Finger Lakes Times