West Nile Virus Mosquitoes Found Across Northern and Southern Israel as Cases Rise to 17
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Seventeen West Nile virus cases, including one death, have been reported in Israel with infected mosquitoes found in northern and southern regions. Authorities are increasing mosquito control and urging public precautions.
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- Seventeen West Nile virus cases confirmed in Israel since season start, including one death.
- Infected mosquitoes captured in Jezreel Valley, Emek Hefer, and Sha'ar HaNegev councils.
- One patient remains hospitalized with symptoms including fever and altered consciousness.
- Environmental Protection Ministry orders expanded mosquito control measures.
- Public advised to remove standing water, use repellents, install screens, and wear protective clothing.
Israeli health and environmental authorities have reported the capture of mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus in the Jezreel Valley, Emek Hefer, and Sha'ar HaNegev regional councils. Since the start of the season, 17 human cases of West Nile fever have been diagnosed, including one fatality and one patient currently hospitalized. Most patients exhibited symptoms such as fever, rash, and altered consciousness. In response, the Ministry of Environmental Protection has instructed local authorities to intensify mosquito control and prevention efforts. The public is urged to eliminate standing water sources, use mosquito repellents, install window screens, and wear long, light-colored clothing to reduce the risk of infection.
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