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Jewish News 24 · Aug 6, 2026

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NYC health officials say 612 mosquito pools across the five boroughs tested positive for West Nile virus as of July 25, nearly double the number reported at the same point last year. No human cases have been reported in New Yorkers this season. The city has increased surveillance and mosquito-control efforts, with four targeted operations since July reducing adult mosquito populations by about 70% and West Nile-positive pools by more than 85% in treated areas.

NYC health officials say 612 mosquito pools across the five boroughs tested positive for West Nile virus as of July 25, nearly double the number reported at the same point last year. No human cases have been reported in New Yorkers this season. The city has increased surveillance and mosquito-control efforts, with four targeted operations since July reducing adult mosquito populations by about 70% and West Nile-positive pools by more than 85% in treated areas.

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