"Brain-Attacking Virus from Sloths Sparks Human Health Fears"

Scientists are warning about the spread of the Oropouche virus, traditionally found in the Amazon rainforest and carried by sloths, which can cause symptoms similar to Dengue and potentially fatal brain diseases. The virus is spreading due to deforestation, urbanization, and climate change, with cases now reported in multiple South American countries and even Europe. Traditional mosquito control measures may be ineffective, and there is limited knowledge about the virus's transmission, raising concerns about future outbreaks.