Spain is experiencing a concerning rise in West Nile virus cases, with five deaths reported this year, including two recent fatalities in Seville. Health officials are urging residents and travelers to take precautions against mosquito bites, the primary mode of transmission. The virus, spread by mosquitoes, has also been reported across Europe, raising concerns about its increasing prevalence.
Spanish health authorities are on high alert following a recent spike in West Nile virus infections, particularly in the Sevilla and Huelva regions. The virus, spread through mosquito bites, can cause mild symptoms in some but severe complications in others, especially those over 50 or with underlying health conditions. The Ministry of Health has urged the public to take preventive measures against mosquito bites to curb the spread.
West Nile virus (WNV), a mosquito-borne flavivirus, is spreading in three districts of Kerala: Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Thrissur. The State Health Department has issued an alert, urging pre-monsoon cleaning activities to combat the spread of the virus. As of now, ten cases have been confirmed, and two deaths are suspected to be linked to WNV, although official confirmation is pending.
