comparemela.com

Latest Breaking News On - Public health thomas carbone - Page 1 : comparemela.com

Mosquito in Andover tests positive for West Nile virus

ANDOVER — A sample from a mosquito, that primarily feeds on birds, taken on Monday, Sept. 18, in Andover has tested positive for the West Nile virus.

Mosquito, Tick Bite Prevention: Andover Officials Offer Tips

Reply According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), mosquito bites in the state typically result in skin irritation and itching. However, serious viruses including West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis are also spread by them. (Shutterstock) ANDOVER, MA As the warmer weather sets in, Andover s Director of Public Health Thomas Carbone is reminding residents of important safety tips to avoid mosquito and tick bites. According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), mosquito bites in the state typically result in skin irritation and itching. However, serious viruses including West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) are also spread by mosquitos in rare instances.

Vaccine clinic goes famously

1 of 4 MADELINE HUGHES/Staff photoChairs were spaced 6-feet apart at the Andover Field House so elderly residents who received the vaccine could wait to see if they had any immediate side effects before going home. MADELINE HUGHES/Staff photoAndover School Nurse Lori Brown administers a vaccine Feb. 17 to a senior citizen at Andover High s field house. MADELINE HUGHES/Staff photoRose Roux, 90, of Andover was called about 30 minutes before the Andover vaccine clinic closed Feb. 17, when town health officials realized there were extra doses in the vials. Roux was driven to the clinic by a senior center volunteer. Having a chauffeur made the day extra special, she said.  

© 2025 Vimarsana

vimarsana © 2020. All Rights Reserved.