# Hantavirus case in Potosí, Bolivia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hantavirus-case-in-potos-bolivia
> Updated: 2026-10-02T19:04:40.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Health authorities in Potosí, Bolivia, confirmed a case of hantavirus in a 13-year-old patient from the Sidra community. The patient, who presented with respiratory symptoms, was transferred from Tarija to the Hospital Fray Giovanni Eugenio Natalini Magnani due to medical space limitations. 

The diagnosis was verified by the Centro Nacional de Enfermedades Tropicales in Santa Cruz. According to Ismael Colque, interim head of Epidemiology for the Departmental Health Service, the patient remains stable and under observation. Epidemiological units are conducting follow-up procedures, and medical staff have been mandated to use biosecurity equipment while treating the patient.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Coyhaique authorities reinforce Hantavirus prevention in schools

Authorities in Coyhaique are reinforcing Hantavirus prevention and PPE training at a local agricultural high school to protect students and staff during high-risk exposure periods.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coyhaique-authorities-reinforce-hantavirus-prevention-in-schools

### 2026-10-02: Hantavirus case confirmed in 13-year-old patient in Potosí

A 13-year-old patient from Yacuiba has tested positive for hantavirus and is being treated in Potosí. Health authorities have implemented biosecurity protocols and are monitoring the case.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hantavirus-case-confirmed-in-13-year-old-patient-in-potos

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