Oropouche virus outbreak in Latin America

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
The Pan American Health Organization has issued an alert due to a rise in cases of the Oropouche virus in Latin America, with reported deaths including fetal deaths. Brazil has the most confirmed cases. Symptoms are similar to dengue and treatment focuses on symptom relief as there are no vaccines or specific antiviral drugs available.

Key Points

  • PAHO issued an epidemiological alert due to rising Oropouche virus cases in Latin America
  • Brazil has the most confirmed cases, including fatal cases and cases of newborns with microcephaly
  • Symptoms of the Oropouche virus are similar to dengue and can lead to severe complications
  • No vaccines or specific antiviral drugs are available for Oropouche infections