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After reaching the Negev: Mosquito-infected mosquitoes were discovered in the north
Mosquitoes infected with the disease caused by a virus found mainly in birds and transmitted to humans have been found in the area of Kibbutz Gonen in the Galilee finger and in the area of Kfar Yehoshua in the valley. The Ministry of Environmental Protection emphasizes that local authorities have a responsibility to deal with the hazard, and has published a series of recommendations for dealing with civilians and travelers.
Tags- Mosquitoes
- West Nile fever
- The Galilee
- Jezreel Valley
Yoav Itiel
Thursday, 27 August 2020, 21:14- Share on Facebook
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Mosquitoes infected with West Nile fever were discovered in Israel in the area of Kibbutz Gonen in the Galilee, and in the area of Kfar Yehoshua in the Jezreel Valley. The infected mosquitoes were found in samples made by the Ministry of Environmental Protection in late July and early August. About two weeks ago, mosquitoes infected with the West Nile fever virus were discovered in the Arava area and the Gilboa area.
Each season, the Ministry of Environmental Protection jumps and catches the mosquitoes. The adults are identified and tested in the laboratories of the Ministry of Health, which alerts them to the local authorities where the infected mosquitoes were found. The ministry contacted the Upper Galilee and Jezreel Valley Regional Councils, and ordered increased jumps in the affected area and, if necessary, immediate prevention and pest control operations.
According to the Minister of Environmental Protection, Gamliel revealed, "During this period, when many families travel around the country and stay outside, it is important for the public to be vigilant and take all measures to prevent bites and mosquito infestations. "Exacerbating climate change. We call on the authorities to urgently address places where hazards are detected."
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West Nile Fever is a zoonotic disease, which originates in animals and is also transmitted to humans. It is caused by a virus found mainly in birds, and is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites. The incubation period of West Nile fever (the period that passes from the moment of the bite to the development of the signs of the disease) lasts between a week and 14 days. In most cases, it is a mild, flu-like illness that goes away on its own. Signs of the disease: fever, headache, weakness, joint and muscle pain, conjunctivitis, rash and sometimes nausea and diarrhea.
During this period of outbreak of the corona virus, patients living in areas where infected mosquitoes have been found, should be especially alert to the possibility of West Nile fever disease. Because there is no vaccine for humans against the disease, and preventing mosquito pests is the main way to break its cycle of distribution.
The Ministry of Environmental Protection emphasizes that local authorities have a responsibility to treat mosquito pests. At the same time, the ministry has distributed instructions that include relatively simple measures to reduce the amount of mosquitoes, such as drying water sources in yards, roofs and shelters. It is also recommended to protect against mosquito bites by installing nets in the windows of the house and applying mosquito repellent preparations if necessary.
The ministry has issued guidelines for dealing with the hazard, in which they recommend locating, removing, puncturing or disposing of anything that may accumulate water such as old tires, buckets, and barrels; Prevent water accumulation in the bottoms of flower pots and planters; Drain or change water at least once a week in containers such as flower vases, and pet drinking vessels; Cover swimming pools; Ensure the presence of fish in ornamental ponds; Clean and empty gutters.
The office also recommends running fans inside and outside homes and installing nets on windows and openings.
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