West Nile

Boston health officials are reminding residents to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites as the risk for West Nile virus was increased from low to moderate on Friday. At this time, there are no confirmed human cases in the city. However, the virus has been found in mosquitoes in neighboring towns and cities, including Brookline, the Massachusetts Department of Public…

Mosquitoes trapped in Brookline, Massachusetts, have tested positive for West Nile virus, the city’s Department of Health reported Friday. The virus is commonly found in mosquitoes in Massachusetts during the summer months. According to the state Department of Public Health, from 2011 to 2020 there were 148 cases reported in the state, though the actual amount of cases may be…