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Dog Tapeworm Jumped to Humans via Mosquito in Estonia

Summary by Eesti Rahvusringhääling
Two people in Estonia have been diagnosed with the mosquito-borne heartworm Dirofilaria repens, which has been known primarily as a parasite of dogs. Although the species has been prevalent here for years, climate warming and more frequent travel with pets have increased the risk of infection in humans.

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Dog Tapeworm Jumped to Humans via Mosquito in Estonia

Two people in Estonia have been diagnosed with the mosquito-borne heartworm Dirofilaria repens, which has been known primarily as a parasite of dogs. Although the species has been prevalent here for years, climate warming and more frequent travel with pets have increased the risk of infection in humans.

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Eesti Rahvusringhääling broke the news in Estonia on Friday, September 5, 2025.
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