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Lassa-like Mobala virus

Mobala
When to seek urgent care: Usually mild; see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen

Key facts

Family
Arenaviridae
Type
RNA virus
Severity
Mild
Incubation
1-6 weeks
Vaccine
None
Est. cases tracked
268

Symptoms

FeverMuscle achesHeadacheFatigue

Transmission

Rodent excreta

Prevention

Rodent controlVentilate enclosed spacesAvoid dust in rodent areas

Treatment

Supportive care; hospitalization if severe

Related viruses (same family)

Lassa virusLymphocytic choriomeningitis virusLujo virusJunin virusMachupo virusGuanarito virus
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