Health Ministry releases information on Jordan's first West Nile fever case

Dr. Raed Al-Shboul, Secretary-General of Epidemiological Affairs, disclosed that the recently recorded case of West Nile fever involves a six-year-old girl.

In a statement to Roya on Monday, Shboul explained that the girl was first admitted to Mafraq Governmental Hospital with a high fever and was later transferred to the Founding King Hospital. A blood PCR test confirmed she had West Nile fever.

He noted that the girl is in stable condition, recovering, and under medical supervision.

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Shboul reassured that the disease is not a cause for major concern, as it is not transmitted from person to another but through infected mosquitoes that have bitten birds. He added that once infected, individuals develop immunity and the disease is generally self-limiting.

There is no specific treatment for the disease beyond supportive care, such as vitamins and fever reducers.

He also highlighted that the Ministry of Health monitors epidemiological developments through a weekly report managed by specialists and active investigation teams. Al-Shboul emphasized the ministry’s robust monitoring program and diagnostic capabilities.