Oropouche virus kills 2 in Brazil: Warning signs you must know; prevention tips to follow

Oropouche virus has caused its first known deaths in Brazil, killing two young women from Bahia. Spread primarily by midges and mosquitoes, the virus causes fever, chills, and muscle pain. Brazil saw 7,236 cases this year. No antiviral drugs or vaccines are available, so preventive measures include using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing.