Increase in Human Parvovirus B19 Activity in the United States

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This is a Health Alert Network report from the CDC about an increase in human parvovirus B19 cases in the U.S. It describes how the virus spreads through respiratory droplets and affects people, especially children aged 5-9, pregnant women, and those with weak immune systems or blood disorders. Symptoms include fever, rash, and joint pain. There is no vaccine or specific treatment for it. The CDC advises healthcare providers to be vigilant and recommends preventive measures like good hand hygiene to reduce spread. People at higher risk should take extra precautions such as wearing masks when around others.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Anemia, Aplastic; Disease Outbreaks; Pregnancy Complications, Infectious; Pregnant Women; Respiratory Tract Infections; Parvovirus B19, Human; Immunocompromised Host

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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