2 airport workers are dead after malaria cases shock officials at major travel hub

Two employees have died after a cluster of malaria cases emerged among workers at Frankfurt Airport, pictured above.(iStock)

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Malaria isa serious diseasecaused by a parasite and is most commonly spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Early symptoms can include fever, chills,headache, muscle achesand fatigue, the CDC said. 

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The disease can become severe or deadly if it is not diagnosed and treated quickly.

“We have provided comprehensive information to all employees and encourage them to consult a doctor if they experience any symptoms,” Fraport said.

Employees were also advised to tell their doctors that they work at the airport and thatcases of airport malariahave been reported there to help ensure appropriate medical examination and treatment, the company said.

Four other affected workers have recovered, while officials continue to closely monitor the situation.(iStock)

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Mosquito traps have also been installed atthe airport, according to the company.

Mosquitoes caught in the traps will undergo genetic analysis by the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp, Belgium, to determine their species and origin, Fraport said.

com/health/measles-infected-traveler-may-exposed-passengers-lax-nearby-hotel-health-officials-warn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">outbreak of the deadly Nipah virusin India.

The virus can spread between animals and people and can cause symptoms ranging from fever to brain infection and death, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Mosquito traps have been installed as the airport takes additional measures.(Getty Images)

Following the outbreak, Thailand introduced monitoring and screening measures at international travel checkpoints, according to the country’s Department of Disease Control.

Travelers showing a high fever or symptoms associated with Nipah could face additional screening and be asked to provide their travel history, possible exposure and whentheir symptoms began, the department said.

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Health officials also issued precautions aimed at reducing the risk of infection, including guidance about food, water and contact with sick or dead animals.