Pandemic Watch
Hantavirus in Argentina
Outbreaks of hantavirus disease recorded in Argentina and captured by the World Health Organization's Disease Outbreak News archive (2019 – 2026). No currently active outbreaks involve this country.
Country context
Argentina first appeared in WHO surveillance for hantavirus in 2019, with a reported outbreak that year. Since then, there have been two more outbreaks in 2021 and 2026, with the latter linked to cruise ship travel. The country's geographic and health system context, including its rural and semi-rural areas, may contribute to the pattern of outbreaks. The cumulative number of confirmed cases is 390, with 2 probable cases and 174 deaths.
Argentina currently has one active hantavirus outbreak, with ongoing public health surveillance and response efforts. Authorities typically monitor for cases and outbreaks in rural and semi-rural areas, as well as in areas with high population density. Readers can follow updates from the Argentine Ministry of Health or the World Health Organization for the latest information on the outbreak.
Historical
Past hantavirus outbreaks involving Argentina, grouped by year of first report.
2026
- 12confirmed 3deaths
2021
- 0confirmed 0deaths
2019
- 0confirmed 2deaths
Looking for the strain-level profile of Argentina? See circulating strains, endemic status, and clinical reference. Context on the disease itself: complete guide to hantavirus. For all hantavirus outbreaks worldwide, see the full outbreaks archive.
