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Cayman expands travel advisory over mosquito-borne illnesses concerns

Tens of thousands of suspected chikungunya cases have been reported in Cuba this year, alongside an active Oropouche virus outbreak. Other regional countries are reporting outbreaks of dengue fever.
The Oropouche virus is spread by the bite of the Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito, as well as a species of midge. - Photo: File

Health officials warn about Oropouche virus

The Cayman Islands Ministry of Health and Wellness has issued an advisory notice to local residents to warn them of the risk of transmission of Oropouche virus, which can be spread by mosquitoes.

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