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The disease is caused by the RVF virus, a member of the genus [[Phlebovirus]] in the family [[Bunyaviridae]]. | |||
'''How do humans get RVF?''' | |||
Humans usually get RVF through bites from infected mosquitoes and possibly other biting insects that have virus-contaminated mouthparts. Humans can also get the disease if they are exposed to the blood, body fluids, or tissues of infected animals. Direct exposure to infected animals can occur during slaughter or through veterinary and obstetric procedures. Infection through aerosol transmission of RVF virus has occurred in the laboratory environment. | |||
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Causes
The disease is caused by the RVF virus, a member of the genus Phlebovirus in the family Bunyaviridae.
How do humans get RVF?
Humans usually get RVF through bites from infected mosquitoes and possibly other biting insects that have virus-contaminated mouthparts. Humans can also get the disease if they are exposed to the blood, body fluids, or tissues of infected animals. Direct exposure to infected animals can occur during slaughter or through veterinary and obstetric procedures. Infection through aerosol transmission of RVF virus has occurred in the laboratory environment.