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Rift Valley fever, Mayotte, 2007-2008.
Daouda Sissoko1, Claude Giry, Philippe Gabrie
1Cellule Interrégionale d'Epidémiologie de la Réunion et Mayotte, la Réunion, France.
Emerging Infectious Diseases
|April 1, 2009
Summary
Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus was detected in Mayotte following an East African epidemic. Laboratory testing confirmed ten human cases, indicating indigenous transmission of the RVF virus.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus caused a significant epidemic in East Africa in 2006-2007.
- The virus subsequently spread to the Comoros, raising concerns about its potential presence in nearby regions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the presence and transmission of Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus in Mayotte.
- To confirm indigenous transmission following regional outbreaks.
Main Methods:
- Laboratory-based case-finding for RVF was conducted.
- Surveillance occurred from September 2007 to May 2008.
Main Results:
- Ten recent human cases of RVF were identified in Mayotte.
- The findings confirmed the circulation of RVF virus in the local population.
Conclusions:
- Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus is indigenously transmitted in Mayotte.
- The study highlights the need for ongoing surveillance and control measures for RVF in the region.
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