A local health unit's warning about the dangers of West Nile virus as a bird has tested positive in Greater Sudbury.
Public Health Sudbury and Districts says it has received confirmation an American Crow tested positive, but noted the virus hasn't been detected in mosquitoes in the region since 2018 and there have been no human cases in the region this year.
Still, the health unit emphasizes the bird testing positive "reminds us that although the overall risk of a person becoming infected is low, the virus is still present", urging precautions such as wearing Health Canada-approved insect repellent and light-coloured, long-sleeved clothing, ensuring there are no holes or tears in screen doors and windows of your home, and removing - or weekly changing - of standing water around your home.