PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (119): Saudi Arabia, Oman, WHO

MERS — Saudi Arabia
On [29 Nov 2016], the National IHR Focal Point of Oman reported one (1) additional case of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
Details of the case
A 67-year-old male from Dakhlia Governorate developed symptoms on [18 Nov 2016], and was admitted to hospital on [20 Nov 2016]. The patient who has comorbidities, tested positive for MERS-CoV on [29 Nov 2016]. He has a history of exposure to animals (camels, goats and cows) in the 14 days prior to the onset of symptoms. The