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Mississippi reports first West Nile virus death of 2025.

Ten cases of West Nile virus have been reported in Mississippi this year.

The death occurred in Washington County, with no further details released.

Residents are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites, especially during dusk and dawn.

The Mississippi State Department of Health offers guidance on mosquito protection and preventing breeding.

The Mississippi State Department of Health confirmed on Friday, Aug. 8, the first death from a human case of West Nile Virus in the state for 2025.

Officials said the death occurred in Washington County — roughly 120 miles northwest of Jackson.

No details of the specific age or gender of the deceased person were provided by the department "out of respect a

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