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Two new cases of West Nile Virus confirmed in El Paso
By Yvonne Suarez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - A man in his 80s and a woman in her 60s are the latest confirmed cases of neuroinvasive West Nile Virus reported in El Paso according to public health officials.
The man lives in the 79907 zip code and is being treated in a local hospital . The woman in the 79932 zip c...
Key takeaway The man lives in the 79907 zip code and is being treated in a local hospital .
Why this matters in The El Paso
The confirmation of two new West Nile Virus cases in El Paso, one in the 79907 zip code and the other in the 79932 zip code, raises concerns about the spread of the disease in the community. With the City of El Paso Department of Public Health urging caution, residents should be vigilant about protecting themselves from mosquito bites, particularly during peak hours at dusk and dawn. The fact that one of the cases is being treated in a local hospital and the other is recovering in a rehabilitation facility underscores the need for swift medical attention if symptoms arise. By following the 4 D's - using DEET, dressing in long-sleeved clothes, avoiding outdoors at dusk and dawn, and draining standing water - El Pasoans can reduce their risk of contracting the virus. As the city's public health officials continue to monitor the situation, residents should remain proactive in preventing the spread of West Nile Virus.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - A man in his 80s and a woman in her 60s are the latest confirmed cases of neuroinvasive West Nile Virus reported in El Paso according to public health officials.
The man lives in the 79907 zip code and is being treated in a local hospital . The woman in the 79932 zip c...
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