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Two Airport Workers Die From Malaria Linked to Imported Mosquito in Germany
German health authorities have confirmed that two airport employees died from malaria after being bitten by an infected mosquito that arrived on an international passenger flight. The incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of vector-borne disease risks associated with global air travel.
27 Aug, 17:54 — 27 Aug, 18:04
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NYTMostly Factual1d ago
Malaria, Likely Spread by Mosquito on Plane, Kills 2 Airport Workers in Germany
Six employees at Frankfurt Airport were infected this summer, according to German health officials and the airport’s operator. Four recovered.
By Claire Moses
Read full article →ndtvMostly Factual1d ago
Two German Airport Workers Die Of Malaria After Infected Mosquitoes Arrived On Plane
Health officials suspect the mosquitoes responsible may have entered Germany aboard an aircraft and subsequently bitten workers at the airport.
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