Brazil has confirmed 15 human cases of yellow fever, resulting in 8 deaths, representing a case fatality rate of 53.3%.
Thirty municipalities have been identified as affected, and 198 are in areas of expanded risk. The outbreak was concentrated between epidemiological weeks 11 and 23 of 2016. The majority of cases are male (93.3%), and the 50-59 age group is the most affected.
Animal surveillance has detected 71 cases in non-human primates, indicating viral circulation in the wild. Extreme caution is recommended in affected municipalities and surrounding areas, along with vaccination and preventive measures for travelers.
