Emergence of Unexplained Malaria-like Virus in Peru Leaves Experts Perplexed
A previously unknown virus, classified as a phlebovirus, has been discovered in Peru, causing a malaria-like illness. The virus is believed to have been created through a recombinant event between two viruses. It is likely already circulating in the jungles of Peru and may be difficult to identify due to its similarity to other tropical diseases. Health authorities are calling for increased monitoring of fever-causing illnesses to detect new and emerging diseases.