Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France
A man in France has become the first human recorded to contract the Shamonda virus, a disease typically found in livestock. Health authorities are investigating whether the virus contributed to the patient's death, though the risk to the general public remains low.
Why it matters
The emergence of a livestock-borne virus in humans highlights potential zoonotic health risks and the importance of epidemiological monitoring.
The virus, which usually affects cattle, sheep and goats, was first detected in European livestock in the summer. The virus, which usually affects cattle, sheep and goats, was first detected in European livestock in the summer. France Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France Investigations under way to determine whether virus normally found in livestock contributed to man’s death
Prefer the Guardian on Google A man in France has become the first human known to have contracted Shamonda virus, with investigations under way to explore whether it contributed to his death.
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