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West Nile virus infections surge past 1,000 in Europe, ECDC reports

ECDC reports 1,086 locally acquired West Nile virus infections across 15 European countries, up from 241 a month ago, indicating a rapid seasonal escalation. Italy accounts for the largest share, with the virus spreading via Culex mosquitoes. The sharp increase signals an unusually severe transmission season, raising public health concerns across the region.

Le Soirabout 19 hours agoIT, GR, RO, HU, RS, AT, FR, ES, DE, BG, HR, CZ, SK, SI, ALCredibility 25%View source

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Mosaic Score5.2
Confidence0.9
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.3

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#west nile virus#ecdc#mosquito-borne#outbreak#public health#europe

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