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West Nile virus
West Nile virus (WNV) is a type of flavivirus (like dengue or Zika) that can cause a potentially serious infection in humans.
Oropouche virus disease
Oropouche virus disease is an arboviral disease caused by the Oropouche virus (OROV) spread to humans mainly through the bite of an infected midge
Measles
Measles is a highly infectious viral illness with the potential for serious and life-threatening complications
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a viral infection caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV) and is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito
Rabies
Rabies is transmitted to humans usually by a bite or scratch from an infected animal (usually a dog) and almost always fatal once symptoms appear
Recent Chandipura virus Outbreaks
Chandipura virus infection in India
As of 23 August 2024, a total of 245 cases of acute encephalitis syndrome (64 confirmed as Chandipura virus infection cases) with 82 deaths, have been reported since early June 2024. Chandipura is endemic in India, with previous outbreaks occurring regularly. However, the current outbreak is the largest in the past 20 years.
