The virus, originally identified in Uganda, is already circulating natively in Europe. Extremadura totals 17 contagions during 2026
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The Extremadura Health Service (SES) has confirmed six new cases of West Nile fever in Extremadura, with 17 cases detected in the community during 2026. Three of the new cases remain in the hospital of Don Benito.