The most prevalent mode of transmission is inhalation and ingestion of infected rats. Direct contact with contaminated blood and body fluids also poses a risk.
Lassa fever is not endemic to South Africa . South Africa n travellers to endemic countries may be at risk if they are exposed to environments where infected rats are found. File picture: PexelsSince the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, the scientific community and citizens have been on edge after experiencing how a virus call sweep through the globe so quickly, wreaking havoc and killing indiscriminately.
“The most prevalent mode of transmission is inhalation and ingestion. Once infected, rats continue to emit the virus in their urine and droppings for lengthy periods of time.
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