May 16th, 2007 · Many Americans think of dead birds when they think of the West Nile virus. That's because birds like crows and jays seemed to drop like flies as the virus swept across the country. A new study names the birds that were the hardest hit and finds that some species may never be the same.
Sep 2nd, 2005 · From West Nile virus to cholera and fire ants, what are the public health risks in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina? We'll get an update on the storm's effects.
May 30th, 2005 · In addition to DEET, health authorities are recommending two more chemicals for use as mosquito repellents: picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus. The main object is to address the dangers of West Nile virus and other disease threats. But most Americans still won't use repellents.
Apr 15th, 2005 · Why a wet winter in the West means more wildfires and instances of West Nile virus.
Dec 11th, 2004 · Scientists are having a hard time producing an accurate prediction of the impact of the West Nile virus. Epidemic outbreaks were forecast for California in 2004, but failed to materialize. NPR's John Nielsen reports.
Nov 15th, 2004 · Diseases often jump from animals to humans, such as the West Nile virus or AIDS. But scientists now believe wild animals are increasingly dying from human diseases. Hear NPR's John Nielsen.
Oct 5th, 2004 · Arizona led the nation this summer in West Nile virus infections. Abigail Beshkin of member station KJZZ in Phoenix reports on why mosquitoes thrive in the hot, dry desert environment.