伊利诺伊州Rockford今年检测到第一例西尼罗河病毒; Rockford, Illinois detects first case of West Nile Virus this year; state also reports Candida auris cases.

据伊利诺伊州公共卫生部称,伊利诺伊州Rockford今年首次检测到蚊虫感染西尼罗河病毒(WNV)的病例。 Rockford, Illinois has detected its first case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes this year, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. 这种病毒由Culex蚊子传播,通常造成发烧和头痛等轻微症状,但可能导致弱势群体的严重疾病。 The virus, spread by Culex mosquitoes, typically causes mild symptoms like fever and headache, but can lead to severe illness in vulnerable groups. 去年,72个伊利诺伊州有流动人口感染病例,69例确诊病例,13人死亡。 Last year, 72 Illinois counties had WNV cases, with 69 confirmed human cases and 13 deaths. 公共卫生官员建议实施“三R”:减少接触,使用驱虫剂,并报告有固定水的地区。 Public health officials advise practicing the "Three R's": reduce exposure, use repellents, and report areas with standing water. 此外,伊利诺伊州报告了25例抗药性真菌Candida auris病例,这对脆弱的医院和养老院病人构成重大风险。 Additionally, Illinois has reported 25 cases of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris, which poses significant risks to vulnerable hospital and nursing home patients.