Oropouche Virus
Oropouche virus is spread to people primarily by the bite of infected biting midges. Some mosquitoes can also spread the virus. Oropouche virus has been found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Anyone who is living in or traveling to an area where Oropouche virus is found and has not already been infected with Oropouche virus is at risk for infection. There are no vaccines to prevent or medicines to treat Oropouche virus infection. The best way to protect yourself is to prevent bug bites.
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Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have Oropouche virus?
No exclusion necessary unless too ill to participate in regular activities.
Previously, there had been no confirmed reports of human-to-human spread. However, there were reports in Brazil in 2024 of possible fetal infection with Oropouche virus, spread from mothers infected during pregnancy.
Follow the direction of your healthcare provider or occupational health at your workplace.
Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: December 2024, by CDC