Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) is a tick-borne virus that causes a severe viral hemorrhagic fever in humans. It is primarily transmitted through bites from infected ticks or contact with the blood or tissues of infected animals, such as cattle and sheep. The virus is prevalent in parts of Africa, the Balkans, the Middle East, and Asia.
Symptoms of CCHFV infection can include high fever, muscle aches, dizziness, and bleeding. The disease can progress rapidly, leading to severe complications and a high mortality rate. There is currently no specific antiviral treatment, making prevention through tick control and avoiding contact with infected animals crucial.