Risk of West Nile Virus Infection Raised to High in Cambridge and Neighboring Communities

September 2, 2022

Residents and visitors in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and Somerville are being urged to avoid mosquito bites after the risk of West Nile Virus infection has been raised from Moderate to High. The state provides more information on the situation as well as precautions to take to protect yourself and those around you. The Cambridge Public Health Department’s Mosquito-borne Diseases page is an additional resource to learn about avoiding mosquito bites and preventing mosquitoes from breeding around your home.