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Friday, October 16, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Staying Well

Two West Nile deaths in North Carolina as mosquitoes linger

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Four people standing together with their arms around one another outdoors

Warm weather is keeping mosquitoes active, and 2026 is on pace to be the state's second-worst year for cases. About 1 in 150 infected people becomes seriously ill, so keep using repellent and empty standing water.

Source: ABC News

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