Lake County urges residents to 'Fight the Bite'

Lake County urges residents to "Fight the Bite" this summer and protect yourself and family from the West Nile virus, an illness spread by mosquitoes. Follow the "4 D's of Defense" - drain standing water, defend with repellent, be especially careful from dawn to dusk, and dress appropriately to protect yourself from bites. The Lake County Health Department's Mosquito Surveillance Program collects mosquitoes in traps around the county and tests them weekly for West Nile virus. Visit the Fight the Bite website at www.lakecountyil.gov/3935/Fight-the-Bite to find more prevention tips and information.