We are now in the peak time for transmission of mosquito-borne disease to people and it is important for people to know that so they can take steps to protect themselves.” The post The risk for West Nile virus is now high in 10 Mass.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health raised the risk level for West Nile Virus to high in many communities, urging residents to protect against the mosquito-borne disease.

West Nile Virus has shown up in nearly every area around Massachusetts this summer, with 181 mosquito samples have testing positive for the virus so far, according to the state Department of Public Health.