Outbreak Updates
19 September 2024
Peru +
Huánuco
Junín
Loreto
Madre de Dios
San Martín
Tumbes
Ucayali
Junín
Loreto
Madre de Dios
San Martín
Tumbes
Ucayali
Oropouche virus disease in Peru
As of 16 September 2024 a total of 930 confirmed Oropouche virus disease cases have now been reported in 2024.
Take usual precautions
24 July 2024
Oropouche virus disease in Peru
As of 16 July 2024 a total of 287 confirmed cases of Oropouche virus disease have been reported since the start of the year. Brazil have recently reported two suspected cases of vertical transmission of the virus (spread of the virus from pregnant women to their baby). These cases are still under investigation.
Take usual precautions
13 March 2024
Oropouche virus disease in Peru
Between 1 January and 25 February 2024 a total of 146 cases of Oropouche virus disease were reported in the departments of Loreto, Ucayali, and Madre de Dios. This is the highest number of cases reported to date in Peru. Travellers are advised to avoid insect bites.
Take usual precautions
