The West Nile virus case, which put Nicosia General Hospital on alert, was preceded by two other cases of dengue fever. Last July, a woman with a history of travel presented to the Accident and Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital after developing symptoms.
“She was hospitalized, the case was confirmed, and she was discharged. During her examination at the Accident and Emergency Department of Nicosia General Hospital, a nurse who was exposed to body fluid— namely the patient’s blood, also contracted dengue fever and was deemed in need of hospitalization.” Charilaou
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The nurse is also in good health.
The 74-year-old man diagnosed with the West Nile virus remains hospitalized in serious condition and is on a ventilator in the intensive care unit of Nicosia General Hospital.
“However, his clinical condition is showing signs of improvement, which is an encouraging sign.” Charilaou
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The ECDC’s new report on mosquito monitoring and control practices in Europe shows that Cyprus is among the nine countries that did not have a systematic surveillance program for the species of mosquitoes that transmit the West Nile virus during the five-year period 2020-2025, did not have a systematic surveillance program for the mosquito species that transmits the West Nile virus. However, Cyprus is the only member state that has explicitly stated that it is currently in the process of developing this capability. The situation is different, however, for Aedes mosquitoes, which transmit dengue fever. Cyprus is listed among the countries that implement surveillance and control measures and, in fact, is one of only four countries that reported that their budget adequately covers the needs ofmosquito control.
“Effective mosquito control requires a comprehensive approach that combines mosquito and disease surveillance, larval site management, community engagement, and targeted measures adapted to local conditions.” European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
Calling on citizens to help by removing or covering standing water around their homes, on balconies, and in gardens, while recommending the use of insect repellents, protective clothing, and window screens. It urges healthcare professionals to remain vigilant for potential local transmission or imported cases to prevent the further spread of the viruses.
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