Can people with West Nile Virus pass the illness to others?
The virus that causes West Nile Virus is spread only by mosquitoes. West Nile virus is not spread from person to person.

In rare cases, the virus has been spread through blood transfusions, organ transplants, breastfeeding and during pregnancy from mother to baby.

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1. Who gets West Nile virus?
2. What are the symptoms of West Nile Virus?
3. Can people with West Nile Virus pass the illness to others?
4. How can West Nile virus be prevented?