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Midge-borne virus strikes first human in Europe
22 Oct
Summary
- Shamonda virus, previously only in animals, infects a human.
- The affected patient had a compromised immune system.
- The virus spreads to livestock across the European continent.
Shamonda virus, a neurological disease previously identified only in animals and transmitted by midges, has been detected in livestock across Europe. This situation has taken a critical turn with the confirmation of the first human infection. The patient, who suffered from a compromised immune system, has unfortunately succumbed to the illness.
The discovery of Shamonda virus in multiple European livestock populations highlights its growing presence within animal populations. The subsequent human case underscores the potential for zoonotic transmission and the need for heightened surveillance and understanding of this midge-borne pathogen.
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