Three cases of infection with West Nile virus (or “West Nile virus”) have been identified in the region, Regional Health Agency (ARS) Paca said Monday.
Among the three patients, two live in the Var: one in La Garde, the other in Pradet. The third case was found in Eguilles, in the Bouches-du-Rhône.
These three patients are currently on the mend, inform ARS.
A mosquito-borne disease
West Nile virus infection is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes that become infected solely through contact with infected birds.
There is no human-to-human transmission, no human-to-human transmission of the virus through the mosquito.
Sudden fever and headache and back pain are the main symptoms, but also swollen neck glands or skin rashes.
If you experience symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
