Oropouche virus cases in U.S

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Oropouche virus disease

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What to know about Oropouche virus — the deadly fever that has reached the U.S.

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More than 20 cases of Oropouche virus disease have been confirmed in travelers returning to the U.S. from Cuba .

The disease normally circulates in parts of South America , Central America and the Caribbean .

The main animal host of the virus is the pale-throated sloth ( Bradypus tridactylus) These sloths are thought to be a source of human infection transmitted by insect bites, and vice-versa.

Symptoms include sudden-onset fever, headache, joint stiffness, pain and chills.

There is not yet enough data to confirm that Oropuche is causing microcephaly .

Most public health advice is currently centered around preventing insect bites while traveling to areas where the virus spreads.

Pregnant travelers should disclose details about their plans with their healthcare provider.

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