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The Latest Breaking News from West Nile

The world’s deadliest animal is in the spotlight again

Diseases are spreading

The Independent UK

Dr. Anthony Fauci was hospitalized for West Nile virus after a mosquito bite. Who is most at risk?

The infectious disease doctor was hospitalized after “developing fever, chills, and severe fatigue.”

Fortune

Dr. Fauci Hospitalized With West Nile Virus, Now Recovering

Former top U.S. infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, hospitalized with West Nile virus. Learn about symptoms, transmission, and prevention.

Top News

West Nile virus season returns − a medical epidemiologist explains how it’s transmitted and how you can avoid it

West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne illness in the continental U.S., with an average of 2,464 reported cases per year.

The Conversation

West Nile fever spreading in US; symptoms to precautions, all you want to know

The seasonal West Nile virus is once again on prowl as counties across various states have registered a spike in number of positive mosquito samples. One of the leading causes of mosquito-borne diseases in the US, West Nile virus can cause mild as well as severe symptoms ranging from headache,…

The Times of India

Health officials warn against serious diseases caused by mosquitoes: How to remain safe

The recent surge in deaths due to vector-borne diseases like West Nile and Dengue in Idukki has alarmed health officials and the public. With the monsoon season not so far away, the district's health department has called for increased vigilance and precautionary measures. Here is all you need to know…

The Times of India

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West Nile fever: T.N. Health Department steps up surveillance in Kerala-bordering villages in Coimbatore

The Tamil Nadu Health Department has stepped up surveillance in villages bordering Kerala in Coimbatore district following confirmed cases of West Nile fever cases in the neighbouring State

The Hindu

West Nile fever spreads in Kerala: Early warning signs and symptoms to watch out for

Over 10 cases of West Nile fever, spread by the Culex species of mosquitoes, spread in three districts of Kerala--Malappuram, Kozhikode and Thrissur. In view of the surge in the infection, the State Health Department has issued an alert and instructed the authorities to ramp up pre-monsoon cleaning activities.

The Times of India

West Nile fever in Kerala: State govt orders all districts to be vigilant

West Nile fever in Kerala: Kerala government has said West Nile fever cases have been reported from Thrissur, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts of the State.

The Hindu

What Canadians need to know about West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne infection that can be life-threatening

During the late summer of 1999, New York City recorded an unusual number of cases of encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). At the same time, the Bronx Zoo reported a massive death of birds and mammals.

The Conversation

Let skeeters feed on you for science? Welcome to front lines of mosquito control

At the Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District, working on the front lines of mosquito control can be a prickly job

The Independent UK

Suburban Cook County resident first human Illinois West Nile virus-related death of 2023

The individual, who was in their 90s, had an “onset of symptoms” of the virus earlier this month and died shortly after, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Chicago Sun-Times

West Nile Virus-Carrying Mosquitoes Found In Southern Israel

Environmental Protection Ministry urges preventive measures and pest control in affected areas.

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The Guardian - UK

Virus-carrying tropical mosquitos found in Finland as climate heats

Culex modestus, already in UK, can carry West Nile virus causing flu-like symptoms and even death

WEKU

West Nile Virus detected in Louisville; Lexington free of mosquito-borne disease – so far

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U-S. There are no vaccines to prevent it and no medications to treat it. Last week, the West Nile Virus was detected in mosquito traps set by the…

Tribune News Service

West Nile virus: What you need to know

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed reports of West Nile virus in 10 states. The bite of an infected mosquito most commonly spreads the virus.

Fortune

Malaria is making a comeback in the U.S. What you need to know to stay safe from it—and West Nile Virus—this summer

For Americans unfamiliar with malaria, here’s a primer on the disease—and what you need to know to stay safe from both malaria and West Nile this July 4 holiday and beyond.

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Daily Mirror

New mosquito diseases could hit UK in horror forecast of 'more cases and possibly deaths'

Heatwaves and flooding are becoming more frequent and severe in Europe and summers are getting longer and warmer, with the warm and wet weather encouraging the mosquito migration

Wales Online

EU holiday warning over dengue, chikungunya, yellow fever, zika and West Nile

Thanks to climate change once tropical diseases can now be caught in Europe

The Independent UK

Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency says

European Union officials say there is a growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue and chikungunya in Europe due to climate change

Chicago Sun-Times

West Nile Virus found in Chicago-area mosquitoes

No humans have been infected by the virus in the state so far, but health officials are advising Chicagoans to take precautions throughout the summer months.

Dynamite News

Light pollution might extend mosquitoes' biting season: Study

The discovery of a recent study that metropolitan light pollution may disturb the winter dormancy phase for mosquitos that transmit the West Nile virus could be considered both good and bad news. Read further on Dynamite News:

Los Angeles Times

Epic California rains expected to take one more bite: Masses of mosquitoes

LOS ANGELES — After a parade of storms battered the state, Californians are enjoying an extended stretch of sunshine and warmer temperatures.

ABC News

Mateoh Eggleton's family told lifesaving bone marrow transplant could put him at risk of West Nile River virus

Stems cells donated to help save the life of six-year-old Queensland boy Mateoh Eggleton were left on a tarmac in the United States last month. Now, his family have been told they came from an ineligible donor and could make him sick.

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