Greece: 2026 West Nile

[Shiloh]

Source: https://www.ekathimerini.com/in-dep...n-nile-virus-infections-increasing-in-greece/

Western Nile virus infections increasing in Greece
Newsroom
06.08.2026 • 10:55

The number of West Nile virus infections in Greece this year continues to rise with 23 additional locally acquired cases recorded over the past week, the National Public Health Organisation (EODY) announced.

Since the start of the surveillance period and up to 5 August, a total of 65 locally acquired cases of West Nile virus infection have been diagnosed in Greece. Of these, 54 patients developed central nervous system (CNS) complications – including encephalitis, meningitis and/or acute flaccid paralysis – while 11 patients experienced mild symptoms or no CNS involvement.

During the past week alone, 23 new locally acquired cases were diagnosed and reported. In total, six deaths have been recorded among patients aged over 65, who developed CNS complications associated with the infection.

The announcement said that 20 patients were currently hospitalised, including eight in intensive care units (ICUs) and four in high-dependency units (HDUs).

Up until Wednesday, West Nile virus infections in 2026 have been recorded and investigated in 25 municipalities across 10 regional units in the regions of Attica, Thessaly and Central Macedonia. The affected regional units are: East and West Attica, North, Central and South Athens, Karditsa, Larissa, Trikala, Pella, and Serres.

EODY states that further cases are expected in the coming weeks, both in the currently affected areas and in new locations that cannot be predicted with certainty.​..

 

[Shiloh]

Source: https://informat.ro/en/internationa...of-west-nile-virus-infection-in-greece-134717


Greece has reported 45 new cases of West Nile virus infection, bringing the total to 110. Nine people have died, and the majority of patients are hospitalized in intensive care.
Cristiana Dida
13 August 2026, 16:42

The National Public Health Organization of Greece (EODY) reported 45 new cases of West Nile virus infection in the last week, totaling 110 locally acquired infections as of August 12.

Of these, 81 cases affected the central nervous system, causing encephalitis, meningitis, and other neurological complications. Unfortunately, nine people have died, all of whom were over 65 years old, with an average age of 82 years. Currently, 35 patients are hospitalized, of which 16 are in intensive care. The Attica region is the most affected, with cases reported in various sectors of Athens and Piraeus.

Authorities warn that the actual number of infections could be much higher, estimating that for every severe case, there are approximately 140 asymptomatic infections.​..

 

[Shiloh]

Source: https://en.protothema.gr/2026/08/22...-cases-surge-with-eastern-attica-hit-hardest/

Greece’s West Nile virus cases surge, with eastern Attica hit hardest
Greece's national public health authority has confirmed 157 West Nile virus cases and 13 deaths this year, all among people over 65, as infections continue rising across Attica, Thessaly, Central Macedonia, Peloponnese and Central Greece​
Newsroom
August 22 09:46

Takeaways

Greece has recorded 157 domestically acquired cases of West Nile virus and 13 deaths between the start of the 2026 season and August 19.
Eastern Attica is the most affected region, prompting health authorities to increase mosquito control measures and daily spraying in municipalities with high case numbers.
Data from the National Public Health Organisation indicates that 116 of the reported cases involved serious central nervous system effects, including encephalitis and meningitis.
Health officials advise the public to use insect repellents, install window screens, and eliminate stagnant water sources to reduce the risk of mosquito bites.​..