Colombia Declares State of Emergency Due to Yellow Fever Outbreak
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Health
April 17, 2025 08:12
bogota - Colombia declares state of emergency following yellow fever outbreak with dozens dead. Learn more on telegraaf.nl
Yellow Fever Outbreak in Colombia
Colombia declares a state of emergency as yellow fever cases surge, with 74 confirmed cases and 34 deaths reported.
Critical Situation in Tolima
Minister of Health Guillermo Alfonso Jaramillo highlights Tolima as the most critical area, recording 22 cases.
Yellow Fever Virus and Symptoms
- Transmitted by Aedes and Haemagogus mosquitoes
- Symptoms include muscle pain, headache, jaundice, and high fever with bleeding
Prevention and Vaccination
Yellow fever has no cure, but vaccination is available to prevent the disease.