"Caused by yellow fever virus and spread by mosquito.
Genus -Flavivirus
200
000 infections and 30
000 deaths every year.
90% occurring in Africa.
Most cases are a mild infection.
Fatality rate 3%
No cure available.
Antivirals do not help.
Hospitalization advisable and intensive care may be necessary because of rapid deterioration in some cases.
Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) should not be given because of its anticoagulant effect."