A mosquito has tested positive for the West Nile virus in Los Angeles County.
This is the first confirmed case of the virus in Los Angeles County this year.
Summer and fall are peak seasons for the virus, which is spread to humans who are bitten by an infected mosquito.. About 1 in 5 people infected develop a fever and other symptoms, and 1 in 150 people develop a serious -- sometimes fatal -- illness from the virus.To prevent West Nile, experts recommend using bug repellent and getting rid of any standing water outside your home.
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