DHSS Shares Information On Increase Of West Nile Virus Cases
As of Oct. 4, Missouri has reported 16 human cases of West Nile virus in 2025, resulting in 15 hospitalizations and three deaths. Additional cases currently are under investigation. These figures represent the highest levels of WNV activity in the state in recent years.
Health care providers should include this infection in their diagnostic considerations for patients presenting with symptoms and track WNV activity on the DHSS website.
The Missouri Hospital Association is a nonprofit association in Jefferson City that represents 136 Missouri hospitals. In addition to representation and advocacy on behalf of its membership, the association offers continuing education programs on current health care topics and seeks to educate the public about health care issues.