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Midland confirms first St. Louis encephalitis case this year
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Louis encephalitis virus has been confirmed in mosquitoes. This is the first case reported this year.
A case of St. Louis encephalitis virus has been confirmed in mosquitoes. This is the first case reported this year. The confirmation was made by the City of Midland Health Services.
The case was found in Midland County. Further information about the case can be found through the City of Midland Health Services.
Details about the case are limited, but the confirmation of St. Louis encephalitis virus in mosquitoes has been made public by the City of Midland Health Services. For more information, readers can refer to the original source.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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