In total, the number of deaths in Andalusia from this cause amounts to five according to the Ministry of Health. There would be another 10 people infected.
There is increasing concern about spread of West Nile virus after registering two new deaths in Seville (Spain), bringing the total number of deaths from this virus this summer to five in the region.
Infectious mosquitoes have been detected in towns near the Guadalquivir River, such as Coria del Río. Earlier this month, local residents organized a demonstration to demand more effective measures from the Government to stop the infection.
In addition to Spain, other countries such as Romania They have also been affected by the virus. Since the beginning of summer, 22 people have been infected and one of them has died because of the disease.
According to the World Health Organization80% of those infected do not have symptoms and rarely develop a more severe form of the disease. People over 50 years of age and the immunosuppressed are the most exposed, says this entity.
How to avoid West Nile virus?
Experts advise residents of affected areas to use mosquito repellent, Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants and avoid going outdoors at dusk and dawn.
