West Nile Virus Surges in Netherlands | Amsterdam News

West Nile virus is surging in the Netherlands, with 18 confirmed cases and 3 deaths this year — double the numbers from just a week ago. The outbreak now spans six provinces, including new hotspots like Overijssel and Gelderland, with infections traced to mosquito bites across key regions. One case was even detected through a blood donation screening. The virus is also wreaking havoc on animals: 58 horses and 39 birds, especially crows, have tested positive, with alarmingly high bird mortality. A woman from Drenthe likely died after contracting it abroad. First seen in the country nearly six years ago, most human cases are mild, but severe outcomes are possible — and health officials are sounding the alarm as the virus spreads rapidly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2bd5edbccd25528b