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Leptospirosis outbreak reported across Peru on Thursday (19 March)

Risk level: Low Country: Peru

As per reports, the Ministry of Health (Minsa) confirmed three deaths from leptospirosis in the regions of Piura, San Martín, and Tumbes on Thursday (19 March), amid a rise in cases associated with humid conditions and flooding.

The outbreak is linked to humid conditions and flooding, which increase exposure to contaminated water.

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