West Nile Cases Spike in Italy as Summer Wanes

Italy is reporting a sharp increase in West Nile virus infections at the end of August, according to The Local Italy. The rise has prompted health authorities to issue guidance on how the virus spreads and how residents and visitors can protect themselves.

The virus, transmitted through the bite of infected Culex mosquitoes, is a seasonal concern in Italy, with cases typically peaking in late summer. The current spike follows a pattern seen in previous years, though this season's numbers are drawing renewed attention from the international press.