The Ministry of Health is advising members of the public that there has been a recent increase in the number of deaths within the monkey population in South Trinidad.
Laboratory testing by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) subsequently confirmed the presence of the Yellow Fever virus in samples obtained from the bodies of dead monkeys from this area. Routine public health surveillance activities are usually conducted by the Veterinary Public Health Division and the Insect Vector Control Division of the Ministry of Health, to monitor the monkey population. The Yellow Fever virus is transmitted to people mainly through the bite of an infected mosquito of the Aedes or Haemagogus species. Mosquitoes get the virus by feeding on infected primates (e.g. humans, monkeys) and then can spread the virus to other primates (human or non-human). Through the Ministry's Expanded Programme on Immunization, the majority of the population would already have been vaccinated against Yellow Fever. Nevertheless, persons are advised to review the Yellow Fever (YFV) section on their immunization card to ensure that they have been vaccinated. Anyone who has not been vaccinated against Yellow Fever should visit their nearest public health centre to do so as soon as possible. It is especially important that children are kept current with their vaccination schedules. Children should receive their Yellow Fever vaccine when they are 1-year-old. A single primary dose of the Yellow Fever vaccine provides life-long protection. The population is asked to note that there has been no human case of Yellow Fever recorded in Trinidad and Tobago since 1979 and that there is no outbreak of Yellow Fever at this time. The following groups of persons are especially at risk:
Anyone who develops the following symptoms should visit the nearest health facility or health care provider as soon as possible:
Severe symptoms include:
Questions on this matter can be directed to the Insect Vector Control Division by calling (868)-612-4823. We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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