"New Study Links Rodents to Rising Orthohantavirus Infections"

A new study reveals a direct link between increasing rodent populations and rising cases of Orthohantavirus infections in Bariloche, Río Negro Province, highlighting urgent public health concerns.

• Research conducted in Río Negro Province indicates that heightened rodent activity is correlating with a surge in Orthohantavirus infections, particularly in urban areas like Bariloche.
• Symptoms of Orthohantavirus infections include fever and myalgia, with hospital admissions showing a marked increase due to complications arising from the virus.
• The study’s findings underscore the need for improved monitoring of rodent populations, as they are significant carriers of the Orthohantavirus, impacting public health strategies.