Travelers warned of the Oropouche virus in South American countries

Do you drive south for the winter? Oropouche virus, a new infectious disease, was reported to travelers from Canada and the United States who visited Bolivia, Brazil, Peru and Cuba. An article published in Cmaj ((Canadian Medical Association Journal))) Offers an overview of this aspiring virus.

Similar to viruses such as Dengue and Zika, Oropouche -Virus -Symptoms include fever, chills, headaches and muscle pain. The incubation period is 3-10 days and the symptoms last 2–7 days and can repeat themselves in some people weeks later. The virus is transmitted by small bisdery mosquitoes and some mosquitoes. Wearing long -low clothing and the use of mosquito networks and insect offices containing Deet can help prevent infection.

There are currently no vaccines or antivirals to prevent or treat oropouche. Paracetamol is recommended to relieve the symptoms. Non -steroidal anti -inflammatory medication should not be used.

As with the Zika virus, the Oropouche virus can cause miscarriage and microcephaly in pregnant people. In view of these risks, the Canada of the public healthcare system recommends that travelers take precautions to avoid insect bites, and that pregnant women or people who plan pregnancy are considering moving trips to areas with oropouche.