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New York Post
6 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Health officials confirm human case of West Nile virus transmitted by mosquitoes in New Orleans
Louisiana health officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in Orleans Parish this year, serving as a reminder of the threats posed by mosquitoes. The Louisiana Department of Health said the resident has the neuroinvasive form of the disease, which is the most severe form of infection. Advertisement The virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, and while most people experience no symptoms, health officials warn that some may develop symptoms such as headache, body aches, joint pain or vomiting. Nationwide, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows the agency has been made aware of at least 140 reported human cases, with many likely not reported to the agency. Mosquito activity typically peaks during the summer and early fall in areas that have seen an abundance of precipitation. Southern Louisiana has recorded slightly above-average precipitation this year, with accumulation totals of around 40 inches in 2025, which can contribute to increased breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Advertisement 4 The Louisiana Department of Health said a resident has the neuroinvasive form of the West Nile virus, which is the most severe form of infection. Mauro Rodrigues – 4 2025 West Nile virus cases map of the United States. CDC Eva Buckner, an assistant professor at the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Medical Entomology Laboratory, previously told FOX Weather that insect activity tends to significantly decrease when temperatures reach around 50 degrees. 'In general, when temperatures drop to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, that is when you are going to notice the mosquito activity decreasing,' Eva said. 'When you have freezing temperatures, that is when you are going to see more mosquito mortality.' Advertisement Temperatures at or near 32 degrees are cold enough to mark the end of the mosquito season but not the complete demise of the population. 4 The virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Kanurisme – In addition to the West Nile virus, the Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is known to transmit the St. Louis encephalitis virus, Western equine encephalitis virus and lymphatic filariasis. 4 Repellents with DEET or eucalyptus can also reduce the risk of bites. Photoboyko – Advertisement New Orleans' Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board does conduct mosquito spraying but did not state if the recent case of West Nile will impact mosquito control efforts. The agency did provide tips for residents and visitors, such as mosquito-proofing homes by maintaining screens on windows and doors. Using repellents with DEET or eucalyptus can also reduce the risk of bites and, therefore, infections. Health experts also suggest avoiding outdoor activities during peak mosquito activity hours, especially around dawn and dusk. Removing items that can collect water and ensuring cracks and crevices are properly sealed can limit potential breeding environments.
New York Post
15-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Measles case confirmed in traveler who visited multiple Washington locations, public health officials warn
Public health officials in Washington state are warning residents that a Canadian traveler who was contagious with measles visited several public locations, including the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The person, whose vaccination status is unknown, traveled through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and visited multiple public locations in Renton, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett and Woodinville between April 30 and May 3, according to a King County news release. Health officials said the Canadian was given the diagnosis after traveling through the area. The spread of measles can happen before any rash appears, and the virus can remain in the air for up to two hours after someone contagious with measles leaves the area. Officials said potential exposure sites where the Canadian traveled include Seattle-Tacoma International Airport; Bellevue Market Place at Factoria Shopping Center; Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery; Home Depot in Redmond; Dunn Lumber in Renton; Genki Sushi in Renton; Topgolf Renton Sport Bar and Restaurant; Pho Mignon in Kirkland; Kobo at HIGO Art Gallery; Uwajimaya Seattle Asian Market; Stoup Brewing; Spicy Style of Sichuan; a hotel; and three fitness centers. Washington state public health officials have issued a warning statewide that a traveler from Canada who visited several locations, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, was contagious with measles. Mauro Rodrigues – While the case is not connected to any previous local measles cases, Public Health – Seattle and King County responded to two other measles cases this year from non-residents. There have been a total of five cases of measles in Washington state residents this year. Meagan Kay, medical epidemiologist for Public Health – Seattle and King County, said there is a 'significant measles resurgence' in the U.S. and globally. A King County news release reported that the unknown traveler, whose vaccination status hasn't been released, visited multiple locations across the state between April 30 and May 3. SecondSide – 'With over 1,000 cases reported so far this year nationally, 2025 is on track to have the highest number of measles cases in the U.S. since the early 1990s,' Kay said. 'It's an important time to check your vaccination status and get vaccinated if you aren't protected.' Officials encouraged those who were in the potentially affected locations to find out if they are vaccinated for measles and call a healthcare provider promptly if they develop an illness with fever or with an unexplained rash.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Criminal avoids deportation to Portugal because of son with special needs
A Portuguese criminal jailed twice for his 'breathtakingly' dangerous driving has avoided deportation because his son shows signs of autism. Mauro Rodrigues, 20, was ordered to be deported by the Home Office after multiple convictions for dangerous driving and driving while disqualified. It included one incident where he displayed 'breathtaking disregard' for the law and the safety of others after he sped through a 30mph zone at 70mph. Rodrigues, who came to Britain with his mother aged one, was imprisoned for 12 months at a young offenders institute for seven counts of dangerous driving and driving while uninsured and disqualified. Within weeks of his release and while appealing his deportation, he was jailed again, for nine weeks, for driving while disqualified. A lower immigration tribunal initially rejected his appeal against his removal to Portugal, but this was overruled on the basis that it would be 'unduly harsh' on his two-year-old son, who had developmental issues and showed signs of autism. The ruling that Rodrigues' deportation would breach his rights to a family life under the European Convention of Human Rights (ECHR) is the latest case where migrants have used human rights laws to halt their removal or win the right to live in the UK. It is the fourth case exposed by The Telegraph this week, including an Albanian criminal who avoided deportation after claiming his son had an aversion to foreign chicken nuggets and a Pakistani paedophile jailed for child sex offences who escaped removal as it would be 'unduly harsh' on his children. On Wednesday, the issues raised by the cases dominated Prime Minister's Questions. Sir Keir Starmer branded as 'wrong' a tribunal decision to allow a Palestinian family to live in the UK after they applied through a scheme for Ukrainian refugees. He said Parliament, not judges, should make the rules on immigration and pledged Yvette Cooper, the Home Secretary, would work on closing the loophole. Under British laws, people can be allowed to remain in the UK if the deportation has an 'unduly harsh' effect on their partner or child. The UK courts previously ruled Rodrigues's deportation would not be unduly harsh, but at the appeal, Daniel Sternberg, the deputy judge of the upper tribunal, found that it would. He said new evidence had emerged surrounding his unnamed child which was not known before. A judgement said: 'In his written statement [Mr Rodrigues] records that [the child's] nursery have become concerned about [their] development and have made referrals to the NHS speech and language therapy team in Barnet and have referred [them] for diagnostic assessment in relation to their development. '[Rodrigues] continues to play a critical role in [the child's] life. He looks after [the child] with regularity and takes [the child] to nursery and to the early years special educational needs centre which [the child] attends one day a week. 'In his oral evidence [Mr Rodrigues] confirmed that he spent all of the previous week with [the child] and he was trying to spend as much time with [the child] as he could.' Jadah Charles-Williams, his partner, said their child is due to have an autism assessment. Rodrigues's mother, Ana Guita, said the toddler 'does not play like a normal child' and must 'constantly' be watched to make sure they are safe. Judge Sternberg concluded: 'We remind ourselves of the statutory provisions which state that the deportation of foreign criminals is in the public interest and the more serious the offence committed, the greater the public interest in deportation. 'In this case, there is a significant public interest in deporting [Mr Rodrigues] from the United Kingdom.' But Judge Sternberg said due to the child's best interests, Mr Rodrigues must remain in the UK. She said: 'It is apparent that [the child] is delayed in their speech and language development as well as having a limited or no sense of danger and risk. 'From these referrals and the observation report, we conclude that [the child] is highly likely to need a high degree of parental supervision, care and support to ensure their well-being and to help with their development and education.' She added: 'Taking [the child's] interests as a primary consideration, we are satisfied that it is in [the child's] best interests for [Rodrigues] to remain in the United Kingdom to enable their relationship to continue to develop and for [Rodrigues] to provide care and support to [the child] in their development.' He added: 'Giving full and appropriate weight to the public interest in the deportation of foreign criminals we conclude on the evidence before us that [Rodrigues'] deportation to Portugal and his separation from [the child] renders the effects of [Rodrigues'] deportation on his child unduly harsh. 'It follows that we conclude that to deport [Rodrigues] would be disproportionate and a breach of ECHR.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
