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Health Officials Urge Precautionary Steps to Combat West Nile

By Carrie Saldo

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Great Barrington, MA – With the first rash of intense summer temperatures rolling in this week mosquitos, which can carry West Nile Virus, are expected to be out in full force. Public health officials in the region say there are simple precautions all residents should take to avoid mosquito bites, which can cause West Nile Virus. WAMC's Carrie Saldo has more;