West Nile Virus Cases Rise
6 articles from 2 countries
Italy has reported 432 cases and 17 deaths from West Nile virus, with 66 cities affected. Meanwhile, Greece faces an intensified outbreak, recording 232 cases and 19 deaths, including a hospitalized 13-year-old. Authorities in Greece are intensifying mosquito spraying efforts in response to the surge.
West Nile Virus: Athens region intensifies mosquito spraying efforts
- The Attica Region is intensifying efforts against the West Nile Virus, conducting large-scale ground spraying in Eastern Attica. - The operation uses specialized high-pressure machinery, known as "turbines," to cover approximately 10,000 acres. - Officials emphasize that spraying will avoid densely populated areas and focus on mosquito breeding grounds to protect public health.
West Nile virus alert in Italy: 432 cases, 17 deaths reported
- Italy has reported 432 cases of West Nile virus and 17 deaths between January 1 and August 26. - The number of affected cities has risen to 66, with last year's figures for the same period being 430…
West Nile Virus: Rapid Test with One Drop of Blood Developed as Athens Faces Increased Cases
- Greece has recorded 232 West Nile Virus cases and 19 deaths, with 75 new cases in the last week alone. - A 13-year-old child is among the hospitalized patients, marking the first minor to require in…
West Nile virus cases surge in Greece, 6 deaths reported in one week
- Greece reported 75 new West Nile virus cases and 6 deaths in the week of August 19-26. - The virus has caused 19 deaths in Greece this year, making it the second-most affected country in Europe afte…
West Nile Virus cases rise in Greece, 13-year-old hospitalized
- Greece has reported a significant increase in West Nile Virus (WNV) cases, with 75 new infections in the past week. - A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized with complications, representing the first pe…
West Nile Virus cases rise in Greece, 19 deaths reported
- Greece has recorded a total of 232 domestic cases of West Nile Virus infection this year. - Of the total cases, 19 individuals have died, all of whom were over 65 years old. - While eastern Attica h…
