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Dengue
Dengue is an infection caused by the dengue virus of which there are four different types (serogroups) and transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a viral infection of the liver transmitted by contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person
Meningococcal disease
Meningococcal disease is a rare, but potentially devastating infection in travellers most prevalent in the 'meningitis belt' of sub-Saharan Africa particularly during the dry season
Rabies
Rabies is transmitted to humans usually by a bite or scratch from an infected animal (usually a dog) and almost always fatal once symptoms appear
Marburg virus disease
Marburg virus is an animal-borne (zoonotic) virus that can cause a severe and often fatal haemorrhagic fever called Marburg virus disease (MARD)
Recent West Nile virus Outbreaks
West Nile virus in Estonia
As of 20 February 2025, the first confirmed case of West Nile virus infection in Estonia was reported in a dead bird (northern goshawk). This is currently the northernmost West Nile virus detection in Europe.
West Nile virus in Barbados
On 13 September 2024, the first detected human case of West Nile virus was reported from Barbados. The patient was residing in Bagatelle, St Thomas. Public health measures have been implemented.
West Nile virus in Guadeloupe
On 9 August 2024, Guadeloupe reported the detection of the first human case of West Nile virus infection on its territory.
West Nile virus in Israel
As of 19 August, a total of 858 confirmed cases have been reported with 62 associated deaths. Between 2001 and 2023, less than 150 cases were reported annually.
