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How Dangerous Are Tropical Diseases in Germany?

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Infections among returnees from tropical countries have been around for years. More and more frequently, however, they also infect themselves directly in Europe. Tropical diseases - what is the risk in Germany? By Melina Runde.

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Infections among returnees from tropical countries have been around for years. More and more frequently, however, they also infect themselves directly in Europe. Tropical diseases - what is the risk in Germany? By Melina Runde.

·Hamburg, Germany
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Near the German border, the tropical Chikungunya virus has surfaced. How dangerous is the situation in Lower Saxony?

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In the vicinity of Strasbourg, a human has infected himself with the Chikungunya virus. The spread of the tiger mosquito and high temperatures favour the penetration of this pathogen also in Germany.

More and more tropical diseases are spreading in exotic countries, so the use of appropriate mosquito repellent and preventive medication is essential. The National Public Health ... ...

The Asian tiger mosquito spreads in Europe and with it various tropical diseases. Recently France reported a locally acquired Chikungunya infection. Experts warn of a further spread of the cases – also to Germany.

·Germany
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On the border with Germany, a human has been infected with the Chikungunya virus. Is the virus spreading to Thuringia?

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franceinfo.fr broke the news in on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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