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West Nile Fever

West Nile Fever

West Nile Fever, caused by the West Nile virus (WNV), is a vector-borne illness primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly those of the Culex species. The virus is maintained in a natural transmission cycle between birds and mosquitoes, with humans and other animals serving as incidental hosts. West Nile Fever has a global distribution, with outbreaks occurring in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Clinical manifestations of West Nile Fever can range from mild, flu-like symptoms to severe neurological complications, such as encephalitis or meningitis. While the majority of individuals infected with WNV remain asymptomatic, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of developing severe illness. The virus's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier contributes to its neurological impact, resulting in symptoms like confusion, muscle weakness, and paralysis. Preventive measures for West Nile Fever focus on mosquito control, personal protection against bites, and surveillance to monitor and manage outbreaks. There is no specific antiviral treatment for WNV, and medical care primarily addresses the symptoms and complications. Research continues to explore vaccines and therapeutic interventions to mitigate the impact of this potentially severe arboviral infection.

Committee Members
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Francis J Castellino

Francis J Castellino

University of Notre Dame, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Reza Nassiri

Reza Nassiri

Michigan State University, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
WCID 2026 Speakers
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Richard Dembo

Richard Dembo

University of South Florida, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Northumbria University, United Kingdom
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Patricia Tai

Patricia Tai

University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Yu Chen Wu

Yu Chen Wu

The University of Queensland, Australia

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