ABVC Disease Alert No. 43 | STFS in South Korea


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ABVC Disease Alert No. 43 | STFS in South Korea


Disease Alert

July 03, 2025

ABVC Disease Alert No. 43 | STFS in South Korea

Time Period Covered July 03, 2025 - July 03, 2025

A group of healthcare workers in Cheongju, South Korea contracted Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS) following contact with an infected hospitalized patient. Health authorities are actively monitoring the situation. SFTS transmission occurs via tick bites or direct contact with contaminated blood and bodily fluids. Prevention measures include reducing tick exposure during outdoor activities and using proper protective equipment when necessary.