The head of the Center for Disease Control of the Ministry of Health announced the identification of 10 cases of Congo fever in Iran since the beginning of the current solar year, with one death resulting from the disease. Mohammad Mehdi Gouya stated this while explaining the latest status of the outbreak of Crimean-Congo fever in Iran. According to Mr. Gouya, between 100 to 150 cases of Crimean-Congo fever are identified annually in Iran, and the disease typically begins in the spring. He mentioned that 'so far this year, we have identified 10 cases of infection, one of which has resulted in a death.' This official stated that although there is a drug treatment for Crimean-Congo fever, its effectiveness depends on the 'stage of disease diagnosis,' and the treatment is not 'certain and 100 percent effective.' The head of the Center for Disease Control noted that the outbreak of this disease intensifies with the onset of 'animal birthing season,' urging individuals who work with livestock to take special precautions. He explained that if a tick on an animal's body transfers to a human and bites them, it can lead to Crimean-Congo fever, which is usually seen in those who directly handle livestock. Gouya also mentioned a second mode of transmission through contaminated animal secretions, with the highest cases of this type seen among individuals who slaughter animals. He stated that the transmission of Crimean-Congo fever can also occur in hospitals, which is why an infected person 'must be kept in very isolated conditions.' In previous years, several Iranian citizens have died due to Crimean-Congo fever. This comes despite Health Minister Hassan Qazizadeh Hashemi previously declaring that Crimean-Congo fever had been completely controlled in Iran. According to health officials, since 1999, there have been over a thousand human cases of Crimean-Congo fever in Iran, with more than 150 fatalities. Crimean-Congo fever is a viral disease transmitted between humans and livestock through tick bites from infected animals or directly from human to human. Symptoms include fever, dizziness, neck stiffness, back pain, headache, and nausea, vomiting, sore throat, diarrhea, and general abdominal pain.
Identification of 10 Cases of Congo Fever in Iran in 2018
Iran has reported 10 cases of Crimean-Congo fever this year, with one death. The disease typically peaks during the spring birthing season of livestock, raising concerns for those working with animals. This highlights ongoing public health challenges despite previous claims of control by health authorities.
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📰 What Happened
Iran has reported 10 cases of Crimean-Congo fever this year, resulting in one death. The outbreak is linked to the livestock birthing season, raising health concerns for those in contact with animals.
- Crimean-Congo fever is transmitted through tick bites from infected animals or directly from human to human.
- Since 1999, there have been over a thousand reported cases in Iran, with more than 150 fatalities.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Crimean-Congo fever is a viral disease that poses significant health risks, particularly in agricultural communities. It is transmitted through ticks and can be fatal if not managed properly.
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