West Nile Virus Claims Six Lives in Mississippi This Year, Over 50 Cases Reported
Jackson, Miss. — Health officials in Mississippi are sounding the alarm as the state records six deaths this year due to the West Nile virus. The Mississippi State Department of Health has also confirmed over 50 cases of the virus in humans in 2024, marking a concerning uptick in both cases and fatalities. West Nile virus, transmitted through mosquito bites, manifests with symptoms that often resemble the flu, including fever, fatigue, and muscle aches. Dr. …