Pennsylvania's first probable human case of West Nile virus infection in 2014 has been detected.

A Philadelphia County man was hospitalized due to the virus. He has since recovered.The departments of health and environmental protection recommend all residents minimize their exposure to mosquitoes."Detecting the first human case serves as a great reminder for Pennsylvanians to take the proper precautions when they are outside or near areas where mosquitoes are prevalent," Secretary of Health Michael Wolf said.Although mosquitoes can bite at any time of day or night, they are most active at dawn and dusk. When outdoors, people can avoid mosquito bites by using DEET-containing insect repellents and covering exposed skin with lightweight clothing.To keep mosquitoes from entering a home, make sure window and door screens are in place and are in good condition.DEP conducts regular surveillance and control to manage mosquito populations around the state. So far, DEP has detected virus-infected mosquitoes in 32 counties.The mosquitoes that transmit West Nile breed in areas with standing and stagnant water. These areas can include urban catch basins, clogged gutters, discarded tires, poorly maintained swimming pools, flower pots and other types of plastic containers.DEP will continue to survey affected communities to monitor for West Nile virus. These efforts will continue through fall.For more information, including current test results for mosquitoes, birds and horses, visit

www.westnile.state.pa.us and click on the Pennsylvania map for data tables, or call 877-PA HEALTH.