Hantavirus in Paraguay: The current situation
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Chaco, ParaguayConfidence 85%3 affectedToday
The article summarizes the current hantavirus situation in Paraguay, reporting 3 confirmed cases in 2026 from the Boquerón and Presidente Hayes departments, and identifies the Western Region (Chaco) as a rodent transmission area.
Species mentioned
- Callomys laucha
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vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-03
Paraguay confirmed 3 hantavirus cases in 2026, all in men from the Boquerón and Presidente Hayes departments. The Western Region (Chaco) is identified as a rodent transmission area, with the house mouse (Callomys laucha) as the primary reservoir for Laguna Negra virus. This report is an aggregated summary of public information for surveillance.
Reminder
This report is an aggregated summary of public information for surveillance and awareness purposes only. It is not medical advice. For symptoms, exposure, or clinical decisions, contact a qualified clinician or your local public-health authority.