André Rhoden-Paul
(BBC) – A Frankfurt Airport worker has died of malaria after a rare outbreak led to six employees contracting the serious infection spread by mosquitoes.
It is believed the mosquitoes arrived at Germany’s busiest airport on a plane, according to German public health officials.
The remaining five infected individuals are receiving medical treatment, a spokesperson for airport operator Fraport said.
Traps have been installed at the airport and mosquitoes captured will be analysed in a laboratory to determine their species and origin.
“Sadly, we must confirm that one employee has died as a result of the infection,” the Fraport spokesperson told the BBC.
“We have provided comprehensive information to all employees and encourage them to consult a doctor if they experience any symptoms.”
