22.08.2025 19:17
It has been reported that two people have died in Greece due to the West Nile Virus. From the beginning of the year until August 20, 47 cases have been confirmed, with the majority of cases concentrated in the regions of Thessaly, Attica, Central Macedonia, and Thrace.
It has been reported that two people have died due to the West Nile Virus in Greece, and 47 cases have been confirmed from the beginning of the year until August 20.
The neighboring country Greece is experiencing a virus panic. It has been announced that the West Nile Virus has been detected in the country and that there have been fatalities.
TWO PEOPLE HAVE DIED DUE TO THE VIRUS
In the latest report published by the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY), it was stated that two people have died due to the West Nile Virus, and these individuals were elderly and had chronic illnesses.
The report indicated that the two individuals developed meningoencephalitis, one of the severe complications of the disease, and noted that 47 cases have been confirmed nationwide from the beginning of the year until August 20.
EXPERTS WARN
The report pointed out that the majority of the cases were observed in the regions of Thessaly, Attica, Central Macedonia, and Thrace. Experts warned that in approximately 80% of West Nile virus cases, no significant symptoms are observed, but they can progress severely in the presence of advanced age and accompanying diseases.