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The recent frost and cold temperatures have killed most of the mosquitoes, which carry the virus. A mosquito bite is the most likely means of human exposure, Saito said.

It’s also possible the disease could be transferred from an animal or bird’s blood to a cut on a hunter’s hand or arm.

Due to the large number of unknowns about West Nile, the DNR and other agencies like the NWHC are urging hunters to wear rubber gloves when cleaning game.

"That’s something very foreign to most hunters," Shelden said. "But they will provide that barrier and prevent the virus from transferring to you."

Happy Hunting :-) Bring Yur Rubber Gloves.

1 posted on 09/26/2002 4:31:27 PM PDT by NormsRevenge
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To: NormsRevenge
Just shoot the Mosquitos first!!!
2 posted on 09/26/2002 4:32:34 PM PDT by Nitro
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To: NormsRevenge
Actually, I think this West Nile thing is a test...

either by the enemy or by us, you decide...

why else would what is being called nothing be tracked so vigorously??

4 posted on 09/26/2002 4:36:41 PM PDT by Nitro
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To: NormsRevenge; All
-West Nile Virus- some basic information--
6 posted on 09/26/2002 4:45:55 PM PDT by backhoe
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