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'Sloth virus' reported in Europe for 1st time — but what is it?

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In June and July , 19 cases of Oropouche virus disease were detected in Europe .

The illness is spread to humans by midges, a type of biting fly, as well as mosquitoes.

Officials are investigating whether the germ may cause poor outcomes in pregnancy.

The risk of catching the disease abroad is "moderate," the ECDC says.