Switzerland Monitors West Nile Fever Spread in Italy

Swiss health authorities heighten surveillance as deadly West Nile fever outbreak in Italy raises concerns about potential spread to Swiss territory, particularly in Ticino.

Key Takeaways

West Nile fever outbreak in Italy has caused 7 deaths
The Lazio region around Rome is most affected with 3 deaths and 44 confirmed infections
The virus can be transmitted by mosquitoes or ticks
80% of human cases show no symptoms

By The Numbers

20%

Infected people who experience mild symptoms

Less than 1%

Infected people who develop serious neurological complications

They Said

"Given that the vectors (mosquitoes) and main hosts (wild birds) are present here in Switzerland, the country could be affected"
— Federal Office of Public Health

Italian Outbreak Overview

Swiss Surveillance Measures

Understanding West Nile Fever

Prevention and Recommendations

Sources & References

Swiss authorities keep close eye on West Nile fever in Italy

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Key Takeaways

West Nile fever outbreak in Italy has caused 7 deaths
The Lazio region around Rome is most affected with 3 deaths and 44 confirmed infections
The virus can be transmitted by mosquitoes or ticks
80% of human cases show no symptoms

By The Numbers

20%

Infected people who experience mild symptoms

Less than 1%

Infected people who develop serious neurological complications

They Said

"Given that the vectors (mosquitoes) and main hosts (wild birds) are present here in Switzerland, the country could be affected"
— Federal Office of Public Health

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Italian Outbreak Overview

Swiss Surveillance Measures

Understanding West Nile Fever

Prevention and Recommendations

Sources & References

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