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A Bucks County man has died from West Nile Virus, state officials reported Friday.
The name, age and hometown of the man was not released, but the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection confirmed is was the first known West Nile death in the state. The man reportedly became ill in late August.
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Today’ announced death is the first confirmed one from the virus this year in Pennsylvania.
In the past week, mosquitoes in Bristol Township, Falls and Middletown have tested postive for West Nile Virus. County and state crews have sprayed areas in several Lower Bucks County towns and boroughs over the course of the summer.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five people with West Nile Virus will show symptoms, with less than 1 percent developing the most serious illness.
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Officials say using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing to prevent mosquito bites can help reduce the chances of being bitten by mosquitoes.
