Ottawa -- Health Canada has launched a national West Nile virus phone line to inform people about the risks of contracting the mosquito-borne virus. The toll-free line is 1-800-816-7292. Information on the virus can also be found on the Health Canada web site.

Health Canada's List of West Nile Virus Information Links

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