West Nile Virus case reported in DuPage County, health officials say

DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) -- The first human case of West Nile Virus this year has been reported in DuPage County.

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The virus is most commonly spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito.

The DuPage County Health Department said the person diagnosed with the virus is a Villa Park resident in their 20's.

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The person developed symptoms in early July.

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