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  • Research Shows Artificial Light at Night Might Increase Virus Transmission by Birds

    Source: 27 Aug 2019

    A research shows that birds exposed to artificial light at night might increase the spread of West Nile Virus (WNV).


    West Nile Virus that infects birds and other animals including humans. The virus can cause West Nile fever for people and sever disease in horses. The virus is transmitted by birds and mosquitos.


    The study led by Meredith Kernbach, a PhD student in the University of South Florida College of Public Health, suggested that wild birds who carry the virus would remain infectious two days longer if exposed to artificial light at night time, leading to higher potential of virus spread.

     

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