West Nile virus cases in Russia

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West Nile Virus Leads To Neurological Disease; Similar To Dengue, Zika

West Nile, a viral disease that is generally carried out by mosquitos during mild temperatures. However, the infection is spread mostly through the mosquito bites that are already infected and leads to neurological disease. The virus originated in Africa spreading to Europe, Asia, and North America. According to WHO, there is no vaccine available for humans but the virus is similar to dengue, Zika, and yellow fever viruses.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 - 12:30 PM / by Ettishree Shukla

Tags: Russia, West Nile, Africa, Europe

Courtesy: Reuters