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The circulation of the West Nile Virus is increasing in Greece, with the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) reporting several cases in the Attica region, as surveillance continues during the summer and autumn months.
The Hellenic Society of Infectious Diseases has proposed 12 immediate preventative measures to combat the spread of the West Nile Virus in Greece. Experts emphasize the need for continuous action, not just during peak outbreaks.
The Athens Medical Association (ISA) has expressed strong concern over the increased circulation of the West Nile Virus in Attica this year, calling for immediate reinforcement of prevention measures and questioning the effectiveness of current spraying efforts.
The Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) has declared the current West Nile Virus season in Greece as one of the most challenging. Authorities anticipate the peak of the outbreak soon and have issued protection advice.
Experts are exploring a potential connection between the recent Storm Daniel and the surge in West Nile Virus cases in Attica. The severe weather event may have contributed to conditions favorable for the virus's spread.
Greece has reported a significant increase in West Nile virus cases, with nine fatalities, while the virus has also been detected in mosquitoes in Belgrade, Serbia. Health authorities are urging caution and providing recommendations for protection against the mosquito-borne illness.
An article from eKathimerini.com reports on the presence and concerns surrounding the West Nile Virus.
Health authorities in Greece are on high alert due to the spread of the West Nile Virus, with Attica being the epicenter of this year's outbreak and six fatalities reported.
Over 240 cases of West Nile virus have been registered in Europe, with authorities in Attica, Greece, on high alert due to new cases. Increased vigilance is urged as dozens of new cases have emerged in the past week.
Southwest Spain is on alert due to an outbreak of West Nile Virus, with 20 confirmed cases and one fatality reported, as experts link the rise to climate change.
The first horse in Belgium has been infected with the West Nile virus and had to be euthanized. Veterinary professionals are urging doctors to be vigilant, warning that humans could be the next step.
Sixteen cases of West Nile Virus have been confirmed in Andalusia, Spain, this season, with experts anticipating more infections to be reported soon.
Four individuals have died from the West Nile virus in Greece, with two other patients in critical condition and three more suspected cases under investigation.
New cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in Skopje, with one patient in critical condition. The World Health Organization has issued warnings about the dangerous mosquito-borne virus.
Gikas Majorkinis reports that West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes have likely moved from Thessaly to Attica, Greece, following new cases of encephalitis in the region.
Since the start of the West Nile virus surveillance period in 2023, a total of 21 domestic cases of infection have been diagnosed and investigated in Greece as of July 22, with 13 patients currently hospitalized, according to EODY.
Germany is facing challenges from the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile Virus and Malaria, with tiger mosquitoes expanding their range. Authorities are considering measures to protect against tropical pathogens as hot summers become more common.
Andalusia, Spain, has declared an alert in La Puebla del Río and Coria del Río following the detection of the West Nile virus in surveillance traps, with the disease's expansion linked to climate change.
The regional government has declared Torredonjimeno, Jaén, an alert area due to the West Nile virus. No cases of West Nile fever have been diagnosed in Andalusia this year so far.
The CDC has issued a warning about a record number of West Nile virus cases since 2004, urging caution ahead of the upcoming holiday weekend.
Ο Εθνικός Οργανισμός Δημόσιας Υγείας (ΕΟΔΥ) συστήνει να λαμβάνετε μέτρα προφύλαξης από τα κουνούπια, ώστε να μειωθεί ο κίνδυνος λοίμωξης από τον ιό του Δυτικού Νείλου, ο οποίος αναμένεται να…
A case of West Nile virus has been detected in a blood donor in the Netherlands, marking the first such infection in the country and leading to a public health warning.
Greek health officials have cautioned that the current West Nile virus season could be one of the most severe in recent years, with the number of cases already surpassing previous years at this point in the transmission period.
The Athens Medical Association has issued a warning regarding mosquito control programs, emphasizing that there is no specific antiviral treatment or vaccine for West Nile virus in humans.
Национальное агентство общественного здоровья (ANSP) предупредило о риске заражения вирусом Западного Нила на фоне его распространения в нескольких странах Европы.
An article details the West Nile Virus, explaining its transmission through infected mosquitoes, common symptoms, and necessary protective measures, noting that severe cases can lead to meningitis or encephalitis.
Greece has seen a more than doubling of West Nile Virus cases in two weeks, with 110 cases reported by mid-August, and cases also appearing in Serbia.
Greece is experiencing a rise in West Nile Virus cases, particularly in the Attica region, prompting health officials to urge vigilance and explain factors contributing to its spread. Authorities in Attica have now stepped up mosquito control efforts in response to the emerging cases.
Mosquito levels have dropped by 50 percent across Western and Midwest US states, but experts are worried as the West Nile virus caseload has simultaneously reached a 22-year high.
The West Nile virus is rapidly spreading across Europe, with over 240 reported cases, including a significant number in North Macedonia and Greece. Health authorities are urging intensified mosquito control measures as the virus, for which there is no vaccine or cure, continues to affect the region.
Romania's National Institute of Public Health (INSP) reports that the number of West Nile virus cases this season has reached 10, with seven confirmed cases and two deaths reported so far.
Greece has reported a significant increase in West Nile virus cases, with 23 new infections in one week and a total of six deaths. Health authorities are monitoring high-risk areas as the total number of cases reaches 65.
The Israeli Health and Environmental Protection Ministries have urged the public to report mosquito hazards and standing water sources after the West Nile virus was detected in the country's South.
Greece's public health organization EODY has reported four deaths from the West Nile virus in 2026, with 21 new cases identified in the last week, predominantly in the Attica region.
Romanian health authorities have announced eight cases of West Nile virus infection and two deaths between June 3 and July 23, according to data from the National Institute of Public Health.
Concerns are growing over the spread of West Nile Virus cases in Greece and Italy. The latest update from EODY reported 14 new cases between July 16-22, with 13 individuals currently hospitalized.
A case of West Nile virus infection has been confirmed in the municipality of Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni, prompting local authorities to issue protection guidelines for citizens. Residents are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites.
Three cases of West Nile virus infection and one related death were recorded in Romania during the first half of July, according to the National Institute of Public Health. Doctors have issued recommendations to prevent further infections.
A case of the West Nile virus has been confirmed in Glyfada, Greece, prompting authorities to initiate door-to-door spraying. Officials state there is no reason for widespread concern.
Greece has reported its first case of the West Nile Virus for the year 2026, prompting warnings from health authorities. The public health organization EODY has issued advice on how the virus is transmitted and its symptoms.
Health officials in Nashville have detected the West Nile virus in mosquitoes for the first time in 2026, prompting warnings for residents to eliminate standing water and use insect repellent.
The Netherlands has reported its first case of West Nile virus in six years, detected in a blood donor. It is believed the individual likely contracted the virus within the Netherlands.
Infectious disease specialists are urging immediate action to address the surge in West Nile Virus cases, proposing 12 preventative measures. They emphasize that effective management requires prompt intervention.
The Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) has warned that the peak of this year's West Nile Virus outbreak in Greece is still ahead, with a warm winter potentially contributing to the current epidemiological situation.
Cases of West Nile virus infection have been recorded in several European countries, with Andalusia, Spain, confirming three new cases, bringing its total to 38. Health authorities are issuing recommendations for travelers.
Nikola Marić, a 16-year-old from Valjevo, Serbia, contracted the West Nile virus almost three years ago, which, along with other viral infections, caused spinal cord inflammation, leaving him unable to walk independently and in need of treatment and rehabilitation.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) warns that the number of West Nile virus cases remains elevated in Italy, with 139 human cases reported across 45 provinces.
One death and 26 confirmed infections in the autonomous community raise the alert and intensify controls in about twenty municipalities. Read
As mosquito season arrives, families in Ontario are advocating for greater awareness of West Nile virus, highlighting the potential for severe illness and long-term effects, even though most cases are mild or asymptomatic.
Several areas in Attica, including Voula, Chalandri, and Fyli, are under close scrutiny due to an increased risk of West Nile Virus, which is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes from June to September. Residents and tourists are advised to take precautions.
An elderly man has died from the West Nile Virus after developing symptoms in July, as infected mosquitoes were found in central Israel.
An 82-year-old man has died in Seville, Spain, due to the West Nile Virus. A new case has also been confirmed in Aznalcázar, bringing the total diagnosed this season to 17.
The presence of the West Nile Virus has intensified significantly in Greece, with health authorities urging the public to take precautions against mosquitoes. Specific areas have been identified where the virus is particularly prevalent.
The National Public Health Organization (EODY) has issued a warning about the West Nile virus, identifying specific high-risk areas in Attica where cases have been recorded. Residents in these regions are advised to take precautions against the virus.
The center of Greece's West Nile virus outbreak has shifted from Thessaly to Attica, with new encephalitis cases recorded in the Athens region, according to an epidemiologist.
Greece has reported a total of 21 West Nile virus cases, with 14 new cases in the past week, primarily concentrated in the Attica region. Thirteen individuals are currently hospitalized due to the virus.
The West Nile Virus has been identified in Pittsburgh, prompting discussions about the commonality of mosquito-borne illnesses in the area.
Alarm is growing in Seville following the detection of the first human case of West Nile virus and new foci of the virus. Health officials are advising caution, especially for vulnerable populations, and outlining symptoms.
Public health officials in Los Angeles County have reported the first human case of West Nile virus for 2026, reminding residents that the virus is transmitted through infected mosquito bites.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about an early and intense West Nile virus season, with cases reaching their highest total in decades. Experts are urging the public to take precautions against mosquito bites as the virus spreads across the US.
An Ontario family is speaking out after a man died from West Nile virus, hoping to raise awareness and save lives as the summer mosquito season begins.