As the mosquito-transmitted West Nile virus continues to spread nationwide, health officials say the unprecedented outbreak likely will get worse before it gets better.
Health department experts recommend using bug spray to keep mosquitoes away, wearing long sleeves and pants after sunset, and generally staying indoors at dawn and dusk.
Educate yourself on the virus with these links:
CDC West Nile Virus Homepage
West Nile Q& A
DuPage County Health Department Virus Information
Cook County Department of Public Health West Nile Info
Kane County Health Department West Nile Info
Will County Health Department and Community Health Center
