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Italian media quoting the national public health institute have reported 3 cases of West Nile fever in Italy since the beginning of July 2022. One case was reported in Modena (Emilia Romagna) and 2 cases in Padua (Veneto). One of the cases in Padua died of the disease.
West Nile fever is caused by West Nile virus (WNV) and occurs annually in Italy. The virus is spread by mosquito bites and can cause a flu-like illness and rarely, severe disease.
Travellers should be advised to:
There is no vaccine against West Nile virus.
Note for blood donors: those who have recently travelled to an area with WNV transmission may need to be tested for WNV before donating blood.
For further information see TRAVAX West Nile Fever page.