Regional health department reports more spotted fever, West Nile cases

McCOOK, Neb. -- The fourth case of Rocky Mountain spotted fever and two positive cases of West Nile virus have been reported in the Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department district, according to officials.

SWNPHD officials urge residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito and tick bites. More information is available at www.swhealth.ne.gov or on Twitter or Facebook.