First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
Also reported by Guardian World
Summary
French authorities confirmed the first known case of the Shamonda virus infecting a human. The patient, who had a weak immune system, likely caught the virus from a midge bite and later died. Officials say there is no current risk to the general public.Key Facts
- Shamonda virus usually infects animals like cattle, sheep, goats, alpacas, and horses.
- This is the first time the virus has been found in a human.
- The infected person was severely immunocompromised, meaning their immune system was very weak.
- The patient showed neurological problems likely caused by the virus.
- The virus spreads through bites from infected midges, small flying insects.
- Cases in animals appeared first in eastern France in spring 2024.
- The virus has been found in farm animals in several European countries, including Ireland, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Jersey.
- The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the World Health Organization are monitoring and investigating the situation.
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