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The 82 -year -old woman died in Fodi, a city in the Latin province in the middle between Rome and Napopol, after her infection from the virus Western NileThe so -called Western feverA woman, a woman, a resident of Nero in Rome, was accepted into the dignity of Dio Dio last Monday with a high temperature and a confusion state. Her condition quickly worsened and died today.
In Lazio, there are currently six confirmed cases of infection of the Western Nile, all in the Latin province, which also reported on the death of the horse. Two men aged 63 and 72 are in critical condition in the Latin Hospital Santa -Maria Goretti from neurological complications. Both have previous diseases. Flashes are not related to each other, confirming that The virus is not transmitted from person to personField
The first case in the province of Pavia
Healthcare extends to the north. The ballot released by Istituto Superiore di Sanità (ISS) on July 17 confirmed the presence of a virus in a group of mosquitoes found on July 9 in the province of Pavia. Three other cases were discovered between July 9 and 11 in the provinces of London, Kremons and Madova, describing one Risk map that has now spread throughout LombardyField
The Western Nile virus (WNV) belongs to the Flaviviridae Ion family and is transmitted by infected mosquitoes in public, mainly from the genus Culexwhich are also active in the urban environment. Wild birds are a natural aquarium of the virus.
Mild symptoms in most cases
Western Nile virus infection Often asymptomaticBut in 20% of cases, this can cause symptoms such as fever, headache, nausea, muscle pain and skin rash.
In more severe cases – such as mentioned in Latin – it can develop into encephalitis or meningitis, potentially deadly neurological conditions. Elderly people and immunosuppress people are the most vulnerable.
The warm climate spreads
The geographical distribution of the virus is also associated with climate change. High temperatures and low precipitation contribute to mosquito proliferation. Even the slightest stagnation of water – for example, clogged saucers or wells – can be converted into larvae. An increase in the transmitted viruses (such as the fever of Denge, Chicunga, Usut and Zika) is a growing problem for public health.
In Italy, an integrated observation system for monitoring the circulation of viruses in the tanks of mosquitoes, wild birds and the population is used. Early detection of cases proves the effectiveness of monitoring, but in the absence of a vaccine, prevention remains the main weapon.
Health organizations called:
- Elimination of stagnation of water.
- Use repellent and mosquitoes.
- Acceptance of targeted combat pests.
- Report on infected areas.
Follow the recommendations for blood donation.
Alarm after the first death
The first death for 2025 from the Western Nile virus in the summer marks the turning point for Italy. Now the endemic presence of the virus in Lazio and its rapid distribution in the pawnshop is made even more urgent coordination of coordinated action between bodies, municipalities and citizens. Prevention begins with small gestures, but it should be supported by structured interventions in order to interfere with constantly increased risk for public health care.