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The Importance of Ophthalmic Monitoring in Response to the 2026 Hantavirus Outbreak

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  • Aaron T. Zhao

  • Jordan D. Deaner

  • September 9, 2026

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    Ophthalmologists play a critical role in identifying ocular manifestations of emerging infectious diseases like the Andes virus.

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    The 2026 Andes virus outbreak has highlighted the need for ophthalmic monitoring due to potential ocular involvement.

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    Ocular symptoms associated with hantavirus infections, particularly from the Puumala strain, are well-documented, unlike those for Andes virus.

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    The CDC has issued a Health Alert Network advisory for heightened clinical vigilance during the Andes virus outbreak.

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    Ophthalmologists must apply appropriate precautions when assessing patients with suspected or confirmed hantavirus infections.

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The rationale for ophthalmic vigilance during the 2026 Hantavirus outbreak

  • by Aaron T. Zhao, Jordan D. Deaner

  • September 9, 2026

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