There is no evidence that West Nile virus can be transmitted to humans through eating infected dead birds or animals. In keeping with overall public health practice, and due to the risk of known foodborne pathogens, people should always follow procedures for fully cooking any meat.

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West Nile Disease

Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

West Nile Virus

West Nile Encephalitis

Cause of West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus Transmission

West Nile Virus Symptoms

West Nile Virus Testing

West Nile Virus Treatment

West Nile Virus Cure

West Nile Virus Prevention

West Nile Vaccine

West Nile Virus and Pregnancy

West Nile Virus and Breastfeeding

West Nile Virus in Children and Infants

West Nile Statistics

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