Oropouche Virus Cases Increase in Latin America
PAHO Issues Epidemiological Alert
WASHINGTON, DC—The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an epidemiological alert as Latin America experiences a rise in cases of the Oropouche virus, a rare disease spread by midges.
Brazil Investigating Vertical Transmission
In Brazil, health authorities are investigating a possible case of vertical transmission of the virus from a pregnant woman to her newborn child. If confirmed, this would be the first known case of vertical transmission of the Oropouche virus.
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