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Shamonda Virus Spreads to Humans in France

French officials have reported the first human case of the Shamonda virus, previously thought to affect only livestock. The disease was first identified in Nigeria and has now been detected in a patient who died recently. Authorities stress there is no public health risk.

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Reported by one outlet so far

  • The patient who died was severely immunocompromised. — DW News
  • The disease was identified in a patient who died in early October. — BBC News
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Coverage5 outlets in 3 countries within 3 hours
First reportedEuractiv, Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:01:36 GMT

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