West Nile Virus In Mansfield
Posted on 09/08/2023
WEST NILE VIRUS CONFIRMED IN MOSQUITOES FROM MANSFIELD
With the report of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes in Mansfield on Wednesday, Foxborough Health Department is reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites by using mosquito repellents with an EPA-registered active ingredient and observing peak mosquito activity at dusk and dawn.
Mansfield continues to be LOW RISK for West Nile Virus. The Massachusetts Department of Health (MDPH) will continue enhanced surveillance activities in this region. To keep informed on Foxborough, Mansfield, and surrounding towns risk for West Nile Virus, visit MDPH's risk maps.
A press release from the Mansfield Department of Health can be found here and any questions regarding mosquito prevention and safety can be found on the Foxborough Health Department's page or by calling 508-543-1207.