The Oropouche virus is a type of arbovirus transmitted through mosquito bites, especially from the genus Culex quinquefasciatus. According to former Director of Communicable Diseases at WHO Southeast Asia, Prof. Tjandra Yoga Aditama, this virus was first identified in Trinidad in 1955. Since then, this virus has spread to various countries in America such as Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Cuba, and Colombia.

According to the CDC, the symptoms of Oropouche virus infection can resemble the symptoms of dengue fever, Zika virus, or malaria, making it often difficult to distinguish without laboratory tests. The incubation period of this virus ranges from three to 10 days. The initial symptoms include a sudden fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius accompanied by headaches, chills, muscle pain (myalgia), and joint pain (arthralgia).

"Prof. Tjandra Yoga also added that other symptoms that may arise include photophobia (fear of light), diplopia (double vision), and nausea. In rare cases, this virus can cause meningitis (inflammation of the brain membranes). "These symptoms can be similar to Dengue Fever, which we often encounter in Indonesia," said Prof. Tjandra Yoga as quoted from Liputan6.com."

"Prof. Tjandra explained that the Oropouche virus and dengue are caused by different viruses and have different epidemiological locations and modes of transmission. While dengue is transmitted through mosquito bites, the Oropouche virus is transmitted through bites from small flies (midges) or mosquitoes. "This virus is transmitted to humans through the bites of small flies (midges) or mosquitoes," said Tjandra Yoga."

"Tjandra Yoga added that the WHO in America recommends countries to enhance epidemiological surveillance against the Oropouche virus. "They urge countries to increase surveillance, including entomological surveillance, as well as to effectively implement vector control efforts," he said. It is important for all of us to remain vigilant and follow the preventive measures recommended by health authorities."

Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Lakukan beberapa langkah pencegahan agar terhindar dari virus ini. Berikut usaha pencegahan yang dapat dilakukan, antara lain:
Menggunakan Repelan Serangga: Gunakan repelan yang mengandung DEET atau Picaridin untuk melindungi diri dari gigitan nyamuk dan lalat kecil.
Memakai Pakaian Pelindung: Kenakan pakaian lengan panjang dan celana panjang saat berada di daerah yang rawan." Translated to English: "Take some preventive steps to avoid this virus. Here are some preventive measures that can be taken, including:
Using Insect Repellent: Use repellents that contain DEET or Picaridin to protect yourself from mosquito and small fly bites.
Wearing Protective Clothing: Wear long-sleeved clothing and long pants when in high-risk areas."

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "Using Mosquito Nets: Sleep using mosquito nets to prevent insect bites. Keeping the Environment Clean: Clean the surrounding area from standing water that can become breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Installing Mosquito Screens: Install mosquito screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering the house. Source: Liputan6.com."