Detection of Batborne Hantaviruses, Laos, 2023–2024
Chittaphone Vanhnollat, Somphavanh Somlor, Kristina Dimitrova, Sarah Medina, Khamsing Vongphayloth, Vaekey Vungkyly, Longthor Vachouaxiong, Bounsavane Douangboubpha, Daosavanh Sanamxay, Vilakhan Xayaphet, Phetphoumin Paphaphanh, Watthana Theppangna, Jonathan Audet
TL;DR
Researchers found hantaviruses in two bat species in Laos, suggesting a wider spread of these viruses in Southeast Asia.
Contribution
The study expands the geographic distribution of hantaviruses to Laos through detection in two bat species.
Findings
Hantaviruses were detected in Aselliscus stoliczkanus and Hipposideros gentilis bats in Laos.
The findings highlight the need to study the zoonotic potential of these viruses due to human-wildlife interactions.
Abstract
We report the detection of batborne hantaviruses in 2 bat species (Aselliscus stoliczkanus and Hipposideros gentilis) in Laos, expanding the known geographic distribution of hantaviruses in Southeast Asia. Given the frequent human–wildlife contact in the region, researchers should continue to characterize the viruses and investigate their zoonotic potential.
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TopicsViral Infections and Vectors · Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research · Mosquito-borne diseases and control