Italy, West Nile
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British tourists have been issued travel advice after a number of outbreaks of deadly mosquito-borne diseases have been reported in popular holiday destinations. Cases of dengue, West Nile virus and chikungunya have now been detected in Europe, including parts of France and Italy.
Public Health Command Europe is urging people in Northern Italy to take extra precautions against mosquito bites this year due to an increased risk of exposure to West Nile Virus.