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Increase in Disease Cases Due to Mosquitoes in Europe

July 2, 2025

The European Union is on alert due to the presence of mosquitoes like Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, which transmit dangerous viruses. Many Mediterranean countries, including Cyprus, are experiencing rising cases of diseases such as dengue fever. Over the last three years, there has been a significant increase in local infections. The high temperatures this year may extend the transmission period of these viruses.