This study details a genomics-based approach for the early detection of mosquito-borne pathogens, marked by Uruguay's first ever complete genomic sequencing of Dengue Virus type I genotypes I and V. This pioneering effort has facilitated the prompt identification of these genotypes within the country, enabling Uruguayan public health authorities to develop timely and effective response strategies. Further integ...
Uruguay experienced its first Chikungunya virus outbreak in 2023, resulting in a significant burden to its healthcare system. We conducted analysis based on real-time genomic surveillance (30 novel whole genomes) to offer timely insights into recent local transmission dynamics and eco-epidemiological factors behind its emergence and spread in the country.
Pan American Health Organization. Washington, DC, United States of America.; Funda??o Oswaldo Cruz. Laborat?rio de V?rus Respirat?rio. Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.; Instituto Costarricense de Investigaci?n y Ense?anza en Nutrici?n y Salud. Tres R?os, Cartago, Costa Rica.; Instituto de Diagn?stico y Referencia Epidemiol?gicos. Ciudad de M?xico, MX, Mexico.; Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Infecciosas. Administ...