Don't Let Mosquitoes Crash your 4th of July! Whether you are celebrating freedom with fireworks, the Hot Air Balloon Festival, or Cherry Days make sure mosquitoes don't get a seat at the party. KEEP YOUR SUMMER BITE-FREE WITH THE 4 R'S: Repel mosquitoes using EPA-registered insect repellent. Remove standing water from your home and yard. Repair damaged window and door screens. Remind your family and friends about mosquito safety. The only way to get West Nile virus is from the bite of an infected mosquito. Not all mosquitoes carry the virus, but it only takes one bite to get sick. West Nile virus can cause serious illness, including fever, headaches, confusion, brain swelling, and in rare cases, death. There is no cure. Treatment can only help manage the symptoms. Many people don't get sick or recover on their own, but older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness. If you have symptoms or think you may have West Nile virus, contact your healthcare provider right away. PROTECT YOUR FAMILY. PROTECT YOUR FUN. USE REPELLENT AND COVER UP. DELTA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH Don't Let Mosquitoes Crash your 4th of July ! Whether you are celebrating freedom with fireworks , the Hot Air Balloon Festival , or Cherry Days make sure mosquitoes don't get a seat at the party . KEEP YOUR SUMMER BITE - FREE WITH THE 4 R'S : Repel mosquitoes using EPA - registered insect repellent . Remove standing water from your home and yard . Repair damaged window and door screens . Remind your family and friends about mosquito safety . The only way to get West Nile virus is from the bite of an infected mosquito . Not all mosquitoes carry the virus , but it only takes one bite to get sick . West Nile virus can cause serious illness , including fever , headaches , confusion , brain swelling , and in rare cases , death . There is no cure . Treatment can only help manage the symptoms . Many people don't get sick or recover on their own , but older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness . If you have symptoms or think you may have West Nile virus , contact your healthcare provider right away . PROTECT YOUR FAMILY . PROTECT YOUR FUN . USE REPELLENT AND COVER UP . DELTA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH