Galveston County health officials have reported a case of neuroinvasive West Nile virus in a resident. The individual is currently hospitalized. Health officials noted that the resident had exposures outside of Galveston County during the time they were incubating the virus.

This case is significant as it is the first reported instance of West Nile virus in Galveston County this year. Further information about the case can be found through Galveston County health officials or Houston Public Media, which initially reported the incident. Details about the resident and their condition are limited, but the case serves as a reminder of the ongoing presence of West Nile virus in the area.