Health authorities have approved emergency mosquito control measures in several regions after a sharp increase in West Nile virus infections, while urging residents nationwide to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

Health authorities warn of increased West Nile virus activity, with most infections recorded in Attica. Residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and seek medical care if serious symptoms appear

Greek health authorities have expanded high-risk surveillance areas after 21 locally acquired West Nile virus cases were confirmed this season, though no deaths have been reported.

Fourteen new infections have been reported in the Athens metropolitan area within a week, as health officials warn that the virus is spreading and more cases are expected.

A confirmed infection has been reported in Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni, as local authorities continue mosquito control measures and urge residents to take precautions against bites.

Following a confirmed case in southern Athens, health experts stress there is no cause for panic, noting that most infections are asymptomatic while urging vulnerable groups to take extra precautions against mosquito bites.

Authorities launched preventive mosquito control measures in parts of Glyfada after a confirmed West Nile virus infection, urging residents to follow safety precautions while stressing there is no cause for alarm

Health authorities have confirmed a case of West Nile virus infection in a person over 60, warning that more cases may appear during the summer and autumn months.

Greek health authorities report two deaths linked to West Nile virus as 47 domestic cases have been confirmed since January, most involving the nervous system. Infections continue to spread across multiple regions, with new cases reported last week

The “high-risk” status is not only a public health alert but also activates protocols related to blood donation safety

The Greek Ministry of Health has implemented a National Action Plan for managing West Nile virus outbreaks. This plan outlines standardized response measures and includes risk assessments and designation of high-risk zones

The list of municipalities which are now declared 'high risk' for West Nile virus has grown from 53 to 62, marking a continual increase in Greece.

Since June 21, 100 cases of the West Nile virus have been recorded in Greece, and health authorities note that the virus' presence in the country is at a 5-year high