# West Nile Virus on the Rise in Ontario | Ottawa News

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Podcast: [Ottawa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ottawa-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593255)
Published: 2026-07-23T04:06:24+00:00
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## Resource

West Nile virus is buzzing back in Ontario—positive mosquito pools spotted in Toronto, Windsor-Essex, Belleville, York Region, and Halton, with no local human cases yet (though one traveler tested positive). While mostly harmless for most, it can be serious for seniors and immunocompromised folks. Fourteen dead birds tested positive nationwide, 13 in Ontario, so if you spot one, don’t touch it. Stay safe outdoors: wear long sleeves, use bug spray with DEET or icaridin, eliminate standing water, and avoid dawn/dusk. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3553f92b68946a66

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