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West Nile virus: a death in the Netherlands, first fatal case in 2026

A man has died in the Netherlands after contracting the West Nile virus.

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The fact

This first fatal case of the year in Europe was confirmed by Dutch health authorities.

Experts are calling for increased monitoring of mosquito vectors.

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Why it matters

Ce décès marque une première en Europe pour 2026 et pourrait accélérer les mesures de prévention contre les maladies transmises par les moustiques dans la région.

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