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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (17): Saudi Arabia (MK) WHO

MERS -- Saudi ArabiaBetween [22 and 27 Jan 2016], the National IHR Focal Point for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia notified WHO of 5 additional cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection.Details of the cases1. A 47-year-old male from Al-Kharj city developed symptoms on [24 Jan 2016] and, on [26 Jan 2016], was admitted to hospital. The patient, who has comorbidities, tested positive for MERS-CoV on [27 Jan 2016]. Currently, he is in stable condition in a negative pressure Read more [...]