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For the latest local and national updates on the West Nile virus, visit the following sites:
State and local: http://www.westnile.ca.gov
National:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/
westnile/index.htm
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DEAD BIRD REPORTING
CDC West Nile Virus Daily Update Information
Dead Bird Surveillance and Contact Information:
Telephone: 877-WNV-BIRD
E-mail: arbovirus@dhs.ca.gov
About West Nile Virus
Transmission of West Nile virus
Symptoms of West Nile virus
Prevention of West Nile virus
Testing and Treating West Nile Encephalitis in Humans
West Nile Virus and Birds
West Nile Virus and Dogs and Cats
West Nile Virus and Horses
Map of the Progression of West Nile Virus Across the United States
What You Can Do To Eliminate Mosquitoes
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Q. Do birds infected with West Nile virus die or become ill?
A. In the 1999 New York area epidemic, there was a large die-off of American crows. West Nile virus has been identified in more than 70 species of birds found dead in the United States. Most of these birds were identified through reporting of dead birds by the public.
Q. Can you get West Nile virus directly from birds?
A. There is no evidence that a person can get the virus from handling live or dead infected birds. However, persons should avoid bare-handed contact when handling any dead animals and use gloves or double plastic bags to place the carcass in a garbage can.
Q. How can I report a sighting of dead bird(s) in my area?
A. If you find a dead bird, particularly a crow or other corvid (e.g., jay, magpie, raven, etc.), please call the number below promptly. The bird must be dead no more than 24 hours to enable testing for West Nile Virus. Do not touch the bird. Department of Health Services will record all dead bird reports and will arrange for pickup and laboratory testing for WN virus when appropriate.
(Information on this page obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
For West Nile Virus information updates call toll free:
877-WNV-BIRD (877-968-2473)
Web site: http://www.westnile.ca.gov
For West Nile Virus information from the Centers for Disease Control:
Visit web site: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/westnile
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