Is there any evidence that West Nile virus is transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or during birth?
There is one documented case of West Nile virus being transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy. The child was severely ill at birth, but it is not known whether the problems were related to the infection. Pregnant women should follow standard recommendations to avoid mosquito bites if there is local virus activity. Wear shoes, socks, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt made from tightly-woven, light-colored fabric if you need to be outdoors for an extended period of time, especially in the evening. Also, use an effective mosquito repellent according to the instructions on the label.
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