Examining the Potential for South American Arboviruses to Spread Beyond the New World
Purpose of Review Zika and chikungunya viruses emerged as public health emergencies in the western hemisphere where previously they had not been reported on a large scale. Millions were infected as the viruses met with virtually no herd immunity upon emergence. We explore the histories of these two...
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Published in | Current clinical microbiology reports Vol. 4; no. 4; pp. 208 - 217 |
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Main Authors | , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
Published |
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Springer International Publishing
01.12.2017
Springer Nature B.V |
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Summary: | Purpose of Review
Zika and chikungunya viruses emerged as public health emergencies in the western hemisphere where previously they had not been reported on a large scale. Millions were infected as the viruses met with virtually no herd immunity upon emergence. We explore the histories of these two recent arbovirus experiences in South America. We then review similar three endemic South American viruses: yellow fever, Oropouche, and Mayaro viruses.
Recent Findings
We discuss the commonalities of the transmission systems and the possibility of an atypical emergence, that of the New World virus to the Old World.
Summary
We discuss the avenues for research that would increase preparedness and efficiency of response should a South American arbovirus emerge in the eastern hemisphere. |
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ISSN: | 2196-5471 2196-5471 |
DOI: | 10.1007/s40588-017-0076-4 |