Epidemiological Update Oropouche in the Americas Region - 11 February 2025

PAHO/WHO reiterates to Member States the recommendations on diagnosis and clinical management, laboratory diagnosis, prevention and vector control of Oropouche virus disease, as well as specific recommendations related to cases of vertical infection, congenital malformation or fetal death associated with OROV infection.

The current outbreak highlights the need to strengthen epidemiological and entomological surveillance measures, as well as to reinforce preventive measures aimed at the population.

In order to contribute to the generation of knowledge about this disease, Member States are requested to report all unusual events related to this disease, including deaths associated with OROV infection, as well as cases of possible vertical transmission and its consequences.