Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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West Nile virus (WNV) is responsible for causing West Nile fever disease. The disease is caused by the virus and transmitted with the aid of mosquitoes. The disease is commonly observed in “Continental United States”. The cases related to WNV are commonly observed during the summer season.

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