West Nile virus – Public awareness

On May 22, 2003, the Government of Alberta launched the “Fight the Bite” public awareness campaign about West Nile virus. Campaign materials have been developed since 2003 to provide reliable information about the disease and remind everyone to take precautions while enjoying the summer in Alberta.

In 2011, the "Fight the Bite" public awareness campaign was handed over to Alberta Health Services.

Past public campaign materials

Alberta's Top Doc, Dr. Andre Corriveau, helps answer some common questions about West Nile virus. Click on the video and all three West Nile videos will play in order.

  1. How is West Nile virus spread?
  2. What are the symptoms of West Nile virus?
  3. How do you protect yourself against West Nile virus?

Watch all the Alberta Top Doc videos

Radio promotion – 2010

Info 2 Know – Personal testimony radio spots

"Let's Go Outdoors" radio – 2010

Michael Short of "Let's Go Outdoors," interviews Dr. Andre Corriveau, Chief Medical Officer of Health (Alberta's Top Doc).

  1. Infections and Symptoms – MP3
  2. Protecting Yourself – MP3
  3. Deet and Children – MP3
  4. Immunity and Treatment – MP3
  5. Pregancy, Blood Transfusions – MP3