Sloth fever is not directly contagious between humans. It is transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes and biting midges.
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Sloth fever is caused by the Oropouche virus, an orthobunyavirus.
Sloth fever has been reported in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
To prevent Sloth fever, avoid contact with mosquitoes and biting midges, and use insect repellent and protective clothing.
“Sloth fever” is caused by the Oropouche virus and is formally known as Oropouche virus disease or Oropouche fever.