Borna virus is endemic in which geographic region?

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Borna virus is endemic in which geographic region?

Geographic distribution of Borna virus in animals and disease history explains why Europe is the endemic region. Borna disease virus is a neurotropic RNA virus first identified in horses in the town of Borna, Germany, and for many decades it has been enzootic in parts of central Europe, with reported activity in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and nearby areas. This historical pattern makes Europe the region where the virus is considered endemic. It is not classically endemic in Africa, Asia, or Australia.

Geographic distribution of Borna virus in animals and disease history explains why Europe is the endemic region. Borna disease virus is a neurotropic RNA virus first identified in horses in the town of Borna, Germany, and for many decades it has been enzootic in parts of central Europe, with reported activity in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and nearby areas. This historical pattern makes Europe the region where the virus is considered endemic. It is not classically endemic in Africa, Asia, or Australia.

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