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Mosquitos rounded up from Ferry Point Park in the Bronx have tested positive for West Nile Virus, but so far no human cases have been detected.

City health officials are urging residents to remember to wear mosquito repellent when outdoors.

Residents are also told to make sure their windows have screens, repair all tears and holes in the screens and eliminate standing water on their property.

So far, no plans have been announced to spray.

West Nile Virus can cause encephalitis, a serious inflammation of the brain or spinal cord. Flu-like symptoms can develop, including headaches, fever and extreme fatigue. Read more..

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