Transmission of WNV by: percutaneous, conjunctival or mucosal contamination is possible. For this reason, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has issued specific guidelines for workers who may come in contact with WNV. These guidelines are consistent with Standard Precautions.
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In addition, the general public and especially children, should be discouraged from handling, found, sick or dead animals. Bites or accidental contamination by blood or body fluid can result in disease transmission. In the event of finding a sick or dead animal, the local animal control agency should be notified. Animal control personnel are trained in the safe management these circumstances and will initiate appropriate surveillance protocols if warranted.
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