Emerging and Re-emerging Viral Pathogens in Brazil
Location: Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B
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11-19-2025 2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
(America/New_York)
(1 hour)
The recent resurgence of arboviruses such as Chikungunya (CHIKV), Zika (ZIKV), YellowFever (YFV), and dengue (DENV), along with the emergence of SARS-CoV-2, has placedconsiderable strain on healthcare systems worldwide, including in Brazil. The distribution ofthese viral pathogens is shaped by a complex interplay of demographic, environmental, andsocial factors, often leading to outbreaks in regions previously unaffected. Brazil, with itsdiverse ecosystems …