In recent days, several Israelis have been diagnosed with West Nile fever in both Sheba and Ichilov hospitals. One patient from Savion remains in serious condition at Tel Hashomer, while another four patients from Ramat Gan, Givatayim, Yehud, and Savion are being treated at Sheba. A 70-year-old patient is still in serious condition at Tel Hashomer.
The Ministry of Environmental Protection has identified infected mosquitoes in Ramat Gan and is urging the public to take responsibility and eliminate potential breeding sources. Symptoms of West Nile fever include fever, headache, weakness, muscle pain, rash, nausea, and diarrhea. Severe complications are rare but can include brain inflammation or meningitis. The incubation period is 5-21 days, and most cases resolve on their own in 3-6 days.
To prevent the spread of West Nile fever, it’s essential to keep stagnant water sources dry and cover swimming pools. It’s also crucial to drain containers that can collect water and apply insect repellent when necessary. The Ministry of Health suggests using fans, nets, and reporting mosquito hazards to stay vigilant against infection. Collaboration between authorities and individuals is vital to reducing mosquito-borne risks and staying healthy during the summer season.
In summary, several Israelis have been diagnosed with West Nile fever in recent days. Preventative measures such as keeping stagnant water sources dry and applying insect repellent can help reduce the spread of the virus. It’s essential to stay vigilant against potential breeding sources by draining containers that can collect water and using fans or nets when necessary.
The Ministry of Health reminds everyone that severe complications are rare but can occur if not taken seriously enough. To avoid any severe complications like brain inflammation or meningitis caused by the virus’s severe form.
As a journalist rewriting this article, I think it’s important to emphasize that there are several ways people can protect themselves from contracting West Nile fever this summer season.
It would be beneficial for individuals who live near areas where mosquitoes are prevalent to take preventative measures such as draining containers that collect water near their homes or applying insect repellent before going outside.
Additionally, it’s crucial for people to remain vigilant about their surroundings and report any potential mosquito hazards they encounter to local authorities.
Overall, it would be best for people who want to protect themselves from West Nile fever this summer season to take proactive steps towards prevention rather than waiting until they become sick before taking action.
By taking these steps now rather than later on down the line could potentially prevent more cases of West Nile Fever from occurring throughout Israel this year.
