As Oregonians spend more time outdoors this summer, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging residents to take simple precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites and reduce the risk of West Nile virus.
West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne disease in Oregon. Each year, infected mosquitoes are detected throughout the state, with the highest activity typically occurring in eastern and southern Oregon. Public health officials work with local mosquito and vector control…