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West Nile Virus Spreads Through Blood | Amsterdam News
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- Sep 17, 2026
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- 92
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Summary
West Nile virus is surging in the Netherlands, with 28 confirmed cases and a fourth fatality—possibly linked to a tainted blood transfusion. Most infections stem from mosquito bites, hitting regions like Overijssel and Zuid-Holland. Sanquin swiftly halted the risky donation, showing swift action. The virus typically causes mild flu-like symptoms but can lead to severe brain inflammation in rare cases. It’s also found in 61 wild birds and 30 horses, with RIVM estimating thousands may have been exposed. This outbreak is escalating—and we’re watching closely. 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. Sources: https://nltimes.nl/2026/09/17/fourth-west-nile-virus-death-reported-infections-rise-28 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8603948f9044f0e0 Report issues to [email protected].