Romania Mosquito-Borne West Nile Virus Infections Reach 25

Two elderly people have died in the country following West Nile virus infections. The ministry added no other infection-related deaths have been registered.

West Nile virus infections have affected the whole of Europe this summer. The virus is transmitted in humans through mosquito-bites and is not transmitted directly between humans. There is no vaccine against the virus.

While infections are often without any symptoms, people are advised to see a doctor immediately if they suffer from fever, intense headaches, nausea, or abdominal, muscular or joint pains. West Nile infections may develop into meningitis or encephalitis, which could ultimately lead to death.