Two new hantavirus cases reported in Chile, in Ñuble and Los Lagos regions - BEACON
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Bulnes, Ñuble, ChileConfidence 85%2 affectedToday
Chile reports two new hantavirus cases in Ñuble and Los Lagos regions, bringing the total to 41 cases and 14 deaths as of May 9, with a 34% fatality rate. Health authorities maintain a national alert and implement action plans.
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beacon.who.int · 2026-06-03
Chile has reported two new hantavirus cases in the Ñuble and Los Lagos regions. On May 23, 2026, Ñuble confirmed its sixth case of the year, a 35-year-old man likely infected while fishing in Santa Clara, Bulnes. On May 20, Los Lagos confirmed its seventh case, a 47-year-old male livestock worker from Purranque. As of May 9, 2026, Chile had recorded 41 hantavirus cases and 14 deaths, with a significantly higher case fatality rate of 34% in 2026 compared to 18% in 2025. The Ministry of Health has maintained a national health alert since January 2026. Hantavirus in Chile is caused by the Andes
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