Europe West Nile Virus Cases Hit 1855 With 141 Deaths
European health agencies report 1855 human cases and 141 deaths from West Nile virus across 18 countries this year. Italy remains the most affected nation while Greece and France record historic highs.
Human cases of West Nile virus reached 1,855 across Greece and 17 other European nations by early October, causing 141 deaths. The mosquito-borne virus has surpassed historical records across the continent this year. Infections rose by 769 since September, driven by outbreaks in Italy and France.
