Sample Social Media
These sample messages and graphics are provided for local agencies to use in their social media outreach for West Nile virus (WNV), dead bird reporting, and mosquito-bite prevention. For an overview of suggested dates/times to share these messages throughout the year, please see link to Social Media Plan (box at the right).
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Local agencies may add their logo to graphics along-side CDPH’s logo
Messages are 280 characters or less (including spaces)
Dead Bird Reporting
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The CA West Nile Virus (WNV) and Dead Bird Call Center is open and ready to take your calls! If you find a dead bird near your home, please report it online or call 1-877-WNV-BIRD. Your reports help CDPH track and prevent WNV in California. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
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@CAPublicHealth operates a call center for dead bird reporting to help track WNV activity in California. If you find a dead bird at home, call 1-877-WNV-BIRD – call center operators will walk you through what to do with the bird you found. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
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Dead bird reports help CDPH track where West Nile virus (WNV) is circulating in California. Birds can get sick and die from WNV spread by mosquitoes. When you report a dead bird, CDPH may ask your help in collecting the bird to test it. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
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Found a dead bird in your yard? Call 1-877-WNV-BIRD or report it online: https://westnile.ca.gov. Birds can get sick and die from West Nile virus (WNV), which is spread by mosquitoes. CDPH tests dead birds to track where WNV is active in California. Thank you for reporting!
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#ReportDeadBirds CDPH tests dead birds to track #WestNileVirus activity in California. Found a dead bird near your home? Call 1-877-WNV-BIRD – if the bird can be used for WNV testing, CDPH may ask your help in safely collecting it for pickup.
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Birds can get sick and die from #WestNileVirus spread by mosquitoes. If you find a dead bird near your home, report it online at https://westnile.ca.gov or call 1-877-WNV-BIRD. All dead bird reports are useful, even if the bird can’t be collected for testing.
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Found a dead bird? Report it online at https://westnile.ca.gov. If the bird can used for testing, CDPH may ask your help in safely collecting it for pickup. If the bird can’t be used for testing, they will tell you how to safely dispose of it.
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If you find a dead bird near your home, it could have died from #WestNileVirus. Report it to 1-877-WNV-BIRD. Call center operators will tell you what to do with the bird. You can’t get WNV by touching a dead bird, but you should never touch any dead animal with your bare hands.
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Did you know? CDPH learns about mosquito activity and West Nile virus in California from reports about dead birds (birds can get sick from mosquito bites, too). If you find a dead bird near your home, please report it to 1-877-WNV-BIRD or https://westnile.ca.gov.
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Help @CAPublicHealth track West Nile virus (WNV) in California by reporting dead birds. Tracking birds that die from WNV is one way CDPH monitors where WNV is active in California. Call or report a dead bird online today! https://westnile.ca.gov
Mosquito Bite Prevention
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Mosquito bites aren’t fun. They can hurt, itch, and spread diseases like West Nile virus. Prevent mosquito bites by using EPA-registered repellent on clothes and exposed skin – be sure to apply on the back of your neck and the tops of your feet! Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/How-to-Use-Repellent.aspx
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Take charge of your yard! Remove standing water in buckets, flowerpots, trash cans, and other containers around your home where mosquitoes can develop from egg to adult. Keep your yard free of trash and keep pools clean. Do your part to #FightTheBite! https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/about/life-cycle-of-culex-mosquitoes.html
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Did you know? Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Check for any containers around your home that can hold water. Dump and drain standing water to help control mosquitoes in your area. #FightTheBite https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/mosquito-control/mosquito-control-at-home.html
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Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus are more likely to bite at dawn and dusk. If you’re outside during these times, wear long sleeves and pants, and use EPA-registered mosquito repellent to protect yourself. Learn more about WNV in California: https://westnile.ca.gov #FightTheBite
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Mosquitoes that can spread West Nile virus are active at dawn and dusk. Remember to apply insect repellent before you go outside to keep mosquitoes from biting. Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Mosquito-Repellent.aspx #WestNileVirus
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Don’t let mosquitoes ruin your fun outdoors! Remember to use insect repellent to keep mosquitoes from biting while you’re outside. Mosquitoes can spread #WestNileVirus when they bite. Learn more about repellent: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Dont-Give-Bugs-a-Biting-Chance.aspx
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Remind older parents and grandparents to use repellent when going outdoors, especially at dawn and dusk. Anyone can get West Nile virus, but older adults are at risk of becoming very sick from it. Use mosquito repellent to help #FightTheBite! https://westnile.ca.gov/faq
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Insect repellent with DEET is safe for children and people who are pregnant or breastfeeding when used as directed. The @EPA tests and registers insect repellents to be sure they are safe to use and work to prevent bug bites. Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/EPA-Registered-Repellent-Ingredients.aspx
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Everyone needs protection from mosquito bites, even children. If it’s too hot outside to wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent. Repellents made with DEET, picaridin, and IR3535 are safe when used as directed. To protect babies, cover strollers or baby carriers with a mosquito net. Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/EPA-Registered-Repellent-Ingredients.aspx
WNV Disease
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West Nile virus is spread by mosquitoes in many areas of California and can make people and some animals very sick. Keep mosquitoes from breeding and biting around your home, and make sure to use insect repellent when you go outdoors. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
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Most people infected with #WestNileVirus don’t have symptoms, but some may have fever, body aches, nausea, and vomiting after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Serious symptoms can develop that require hospital care. Get the facts: https://westnile.ca.gov
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About 1 out of 5 people who become infected with West Nile virus (WNV) have mild symptoms that usually get better on their own. If symptoms get worse, seek medical care right away. WNV can cause serious disease and even death. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
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Older adults and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk of getting very sick from West Nile virus (WNV), which is spread by mosquito bites. WNV can cause serious disease and even death. Learn more about who is at risk: https://westnile.ca.gov/faq
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Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus (WNV) are out to bite at dawn and dusk. Anyone can get WNV, but older adults are at risk of becoming very sick. Use mosquito repellent when going outdoors to help #FighttheBite! Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov/faq
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West Nile virus (WNV) is a problem that’s here to stay in California. Since 2004, WNV-related deaths have been reported every year in California. Older adults and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk of getting very sick. Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov
Mosquito Awareness Week
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Spring is here and so are mosquitoes! Are YOU prepared for mosquito season? With a few simple steps, you can keep mosquitoes from breeding and biting. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/mosquito-control/ #MosquitoWeek #FightTheBite
It’s #MosquitoWeek in California! As the weather warms up, mosquitoes become active, and you’re more likely to get bitten. Mosquito bites are more than a nuisance – they can spread diseases like West Nile virus. Don’t give mosquitoes a biting chance! https://westnile.ca.gov
It’s National Mosquito Control Awareness Week! As the weather warms up, biting mosquitoes are active. Keep mosquitoes from breeding and biting by draining standing water around your home and using repellent on clothes and exposed skin when going outdoors. https://bit.ly/MosquitoBorneDiseasesCDPH
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If you’re out for a bite at night this [holiday], chances are mosquitoes will be out for a bite, too. Use insect repellent to keep mosquitoes away. Remember to wash your hands after applying repellent and before eating. http://bit.ly/mosquitorepellentcdph
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Planning to see fireworks this July 4th? Mosquitoes would like to join you! If you’re outside in the evening, spray EPA-registered insect repellent on your clothes and exposed skin to keep pesky mosquitoes away. Learn more: http://bit.ly/mosquitorepellentcdph #FighttheBite
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Summer is the perfect time for camping and s’mores, but don’t let mosquito bites ruin your fun outdoors! Use insect repellent to keep mosquitoes away. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like #WestNileVirus when they bite. #FightTheBite: http://bit.ly/mosquitorepellentcdph
WNV Transmission Cycle
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Heard of West Nile virus? It’s spread by mosquitoes in California and can make some people and animals very sick. How do you protect yourself? Use insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites! Learn more: https://westnile.ca.gov