Summer has officially arrived, and with it comes a warning about West Nile virus. "Use appropriate insect repellent; cover up and wear light-coloured, loose fitting, long-sleeved tops and long pants when outdoors," said Phil Curry, provincial West Nile virus co-ordinator, in a press release. West Nile virus symptomsThe majority of people who become infected with West Nile virus experience mild symptoms such as fever, headaches or body aches. A small number of people can develop a more serious illness called West Nile neuroinvasive disease. Between 2003 and 2016, there were 157 cases of West Nile virus neuroinvasive disease in Saskatchewan, 17 of which resulted in death.

Source: CBC News June 21, 2017 17:48 UTC