As of the end of July, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reports 69 West Nile virus cases in eight countries, higher than prior years, including eight deaths in Greece, Italy, and Spain.
West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne infection, sees rising cases in Europe and the U.S., particularly in August, which historically has been the peak month for infections.
Over the past two decades, nearly 28,000 cases and 3,000 deaths from West Nile virus have been documented in the U.S. alone, highlighting the persistent threat posed by the virus.
Culex mosquitoes, particularly Culex pipiens, are the primary vectors for West Nile virus, spreading the infection through bites and contributing to its global dissemination.
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