WEST NILE VIRUS INFECTION

Course overview

West Nile virus (WNV) is an arbovirus (i.e., arthropod borne virus) that has emerged as an important cause of epidemics and viral encephalitis worldwide. The virus is transmitted incidentally to humans by infected mosquitoes, which are its natural vector. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of WNV infection, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.