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SD enters the peak of West Nile virus season

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This interview originally aired on In the Moment on SDPB Radio.

South Dakota traditionally has the highest numbers of West Nile virus cases. We discuss what you need to know about the virus and its pesky insect carriers going into the peak of the virus' season.

Anita Bharadwaja is an epidemiologist with the South Dakota Department of Health. She shares how to prevent infections, what symptoms you should watch for and the number of cases so far.

View the state's West Nile virus dashboard.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ari Jungemann is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.