West Nile virus surveillance in the Northeast expands
Dead birds and flooded testing pack New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island as officials race to track the West Nile virus. In New York, 300 birds and 600 mosquito pools weekly strain state labs while spraying coats urban areas to curb spread.
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Tire recall impact spurs tire makers and Ford plant cuts
Lee credits Aiken community calm for flood response while Polk Tire reports brisk business. Bridgestone/Firestone expands production to meet demand as Ford suspends Ranger, Explorer, and Mountaineer output to reallocate 70,000 tires for recalls. NHTSA probes 62 deaths and 100 injuries tied to recalled tires.
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West Nile Virus Outbreak Expands Health Concerns
Health officials warn West Nile Virus can affect healthy individuals as it targets brain tissues. Encephalitic risk parallels equine cases, with Pennsylvania reporting mild infections and several severe symptoms including fever, neck stiffness, and seizures. No specific therapy exists. severe cases require hospitalization. New York saw seven deaths among 60 cases. overall fatality ranges 3 to 15 percent, mainly in people over 50.
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