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MERS-CoV

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MERS can move from Camels to Humans, Study Finds
By Cheri Cheng | May 07, 2014 03:18 PM EDT
A new study found that MERS-CoV can move from camels to humans.
MERS-CoV Returns in Kuwait
By Cheri Cheng | Nov 13, 2013 11:44 AM EST
Kuwait reported its first cause of MERS-CoV, which suggests that a potential could start during this time of the year.
MERS-CoV Discovered in Saudi Arabian Bat
By Cheri Cheng | Aug 22, 2013 09:33 AM EDT
After collecting fecal samples of tomb bats in Saudi Arabia, researchers discovered MERS-CoV in one of the samples that was 100 percent identical to the MERS-CoV that infected and killed a 60-year-old businessman.
First Known Case of MERS Originated in Jordan
By Cheri Cheng | Jun 17, 2013 02:16 PM EDT
Researchers found the first case of a MERS coronavirus outbreak in Jordan 2012.

Did You Know?

Caring for the Health and Emotional Wellbeing of Seniors During the Pandemic

Senior citizens are at the top of the list of people at risk for contracting and unfortunately, passing away from the coronavirus. This is in great part due to their weaker immune systems and common existing health problems associated with aging. As such, it has been highly recommended that seniors do their best to remain at home to reduce the likelihood of contracting the virus.