articleThe Brief The first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) is confirmed in northern Milwaukee County by the North Shore Health Department. The North Shore Health Department (NSHD) announced on Wednesday, Oct. 1 it has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in northern Milwaukee County. Earlier this year, WNV activity was also identified in other parts of Wisconsin, including additional human cases, as well as infected mosquitoes and animals. West Nile Virus confirmedWhat we know:West Nile virus is spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito; it is not transmitted from person to person. For additional questions, you are urged to contact the North Shore Health Department at 414-371-2980.