費城衛生官員針對西尼羅河病毒採取行動
Philadelphia health officials take action against West Nile virus
Updated at: June 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
隨著夏季臨近費城，公共衛生官員再次加強了保護居民免受西尼羅河病毒(WNV)感染的工作。
As summer approaches in Philadelphia, public health officials are once again ramping up efforts to protect residents from the West Nile virus (WNV).
這項由費城公共衛生局與州合作夥伴領導的季節性計畫於5月至10月間實施，旨在打擊受感染蚊子所帶來的威脅。
This seasonal initiative, led by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and state partners, runs from May through October to combat the threat posed by infected mosquitoes.
該市採用積極的策略，包括蚊子監測、在集水盆中施用殺幼蟲劑，以及針對性的地面噴灑，以減少蚊子的繁殖數量。
The city employs a proactive strategy involving mosquito surveillance, larvicide application in catch basins, and targeted ground spraying to reduce breeding populations.
雖然大多數感染西尼羅河病毒的人不會出現症狀，但仍有一小部分人可能面臨嚴重的、危及生命的併發症，特別是老年人以及免疫系統受損的人群。
While most people infected with WNV do not show symptoms, a small percentage can face severe, life-threatening complications, particularly older adults and those with compromised immune systems.
由於目前尚無針對該病毒的特效疫苗或療法，預防依然是最好的防禦措施。
Because there is no specific vaccine or cure for the virus, prevention remains the best defense.
官員建議居民穿著長袖衣物、使用經美國環保署(EPA)註冊的防蚊液，並清除家中蚊子滋生的積水。
Officials advise residents to wear long-sleeved clothing, use EPA-registered insect repellent, and remove standing water from properties where mosquitoes thrive.
如果您發現蚊子活動頻繁或有死水坑，可以撥打病媒防治計畫(Vector Control Program)熱線215-685-9000。
If you notice high mosquito activity or pools of stagnant water, you can contact the Vector Control Program hotline at 215-685-9000.
透過保持警覺並採取簡單的預防措施，費城居民可以幫助在整個溫暖季節保持社區的安全。
By staying vigilant and taking simple precautions, Philadelphia residents can help keep their communities safe throughout the warm season.
