Dr. Anthony Fauci Recovering from West Nile Virus

Dr. Anthony Fauci, a former top U.S. infectious disease expert, is recovering from West Nile virus after being hospitalized for nearly a week. Now 83, Fauci retired in December 2022 after a long tenure at the NIH. He anticipates a full recovery despite the severity of the virus.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, former leading U.S. infectious disease expert, is on the mend after contracting West Nile virus. Hospitalized for six days, Fauci, 83, experienced significant symptoms including weakness, fever, and chills.

During an interview with Stat News, Fauci shared his experience, stating he had never been as sick in his life. He tested positive for West Nile virus, a condition spread by infected mosquitoes, which has no specific treatments or vaccines available.

According to the CDC, the U.S. reported around 2,500 cases and 182 deaths from West Nile virus last year. Though he expects a full recovery, Fauci indicated it might take several weeks to regain normalcy.

(With inputs from agencies.)