France reports first human Shamonda virus case; patient died
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Key points
From 4 outlets- France confirmed the world’s first documented human Shamonda virus infection in an immunocompromised patient who died in early October. SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times
- The case is described as exceptional and there is no current public health risk cited for the general population. SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times
- Shamonda virus (Shav) mainly affects cattle and is spread via Culicoides midges; human cases were previously unheard of. SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times
- WHO and ECDC are monitoring; authorities are investigating the infection source and transmission pathway. SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times
- French authorities suspect midge bite in eastern France as a possible infection route; investigations continue. SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times
- French health authorities confirmed a human Shamonda virus case and death this month. SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW
- WHO says the virus is unlikely to spread and is an isolated case. SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW
- Shamonda is an insect-borne Orthobunyavirus mainly affecting livestock like cattle. SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW
- Investigation suggests vector-borne transmission via Culicoides bite in eastern France. SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW
- Investigations are ongoing; cerebral complications are likely linked to Shamonda infection. SourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Independent
- Before this, Shamonda had circulated in Africa and Asia with no human cases documented. SourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Independent
- Virus previously affected livestock and was detected in Western Europe this year. SourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Times of India
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“Despite circulating in Africa and Asia for several decades, the Shamonda virus has never previously been detected in humans”
France’s Ministries of Health and of Agriculture, joint statementSourceDW12:46 UTCSourceDW12:46 UTC “Based on current information and knowledge of the transmission of closely related viruses, this is an isolated human case and it is unlikely to lead to wider spread at this time”
World Health Organization (WHO)SourceDW12:46 UTCSourceDW12:46 UTC
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Oldest first · UTC“France reports first Shamonda virus case in human who later died”
“The first human case of the Shamonda virus has been detected in France in a person who later died, according to authorities.”
“France Reports First Ever Case Of Human Shamonda Virus, 1 Dead”
“The authorites said this is the first time they have detected the Shamonda virus in a human.”
“Deadly Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France”
“The virus had until now been considered non-transmissible to humans, the French government said”
Key points from The Independent
- French health authorities confirmed the Shamonda virus detected in a human patient.
- The patient was immunocompromised and died in October at Hospices Civils de Lyon.
- Investigations are ongoing; cerebral complications are likely linked to Shamonda infection.
- Before this, Shamonda had circulated in Africa and Asia with no human cases documented.
- There is no vaccine currently available; risk to the general population remains absent.
“France confirms first human case of Shamonda virus, previously found only in animals”
“French authorities have confirmed the first known human case of Shamonda virus, which mainly affects cattle, in a patient in Lyon who died in early October, adding that there is no health risk to the general population.”
Key points from Euronews
- France reports first human Shamonda virus infection in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient died in early October after infection detected in Lyon.
- Shamonda virus previously found only in animals and insects; human transmissibility uncertain.
- Experts suspect infection occurred via Culicoides midge bite in eastern France.
- Investigation ongoing with WHO and ECDC to determine death link and transmission.
“France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk”
“The French health authorities said that the human infection appeared to be “an exceptional case involving a severely immunocompromised patient”.”
“Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France; patient dies”
“French health authorities reported the emergence of the Shamonda virus in a human for the first time. This case involved a severely immunocompromised patient who tragically passed away in Lyon. Investigations suggest the virus was contracted through an insect bite, likely from the Culicoides midge.”
Key points from The Times of India
- French authorities detected the Shamonda virus in a human for the first time.
- The patient was severely immunocompromised and died in Lyon in early October.
- There is no identified health risk to the general population at present.
- Investigation ongoing; potential infection via Culicoides midge bite suspected.
- Virus previously affected livestock and was detected in Western Europe this year.
“First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say”
“The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.”
Key points from BBC
- France reports the first known human Shamonda virus case in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient died in early October after experiencing neurological complications likely linked to the virus.
- Experts say the case is exceptional and there is currently no public risk identified.
- Shamonda virus primarily affects cattle and is spread by infected midges; human transmission previously unheard of.
- ECDC is monitoring the situation and investigating how the virus reached a human in eastern France.
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“France has reported the first human case of Shamonda virus in a patient who was reported to be with severely compromised immunity levels. The patient has died earlier this month.”
Key points from Mint
- France confirms a human Shamonda virus infection for the first time.
- The patient had severely compromised immunity and died in October.
- Authorities note no general public health risk identified.
- Transmission likely occurred via a midge bite in eastern France.
- Clinical investigations are ongoing to understand the case fully.
“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda after patient dies”
“It is suspected that the victim was bitten by a midge carrying the virus in eastern France”
Key points from The Express Tribune
- France confirmed a first human Shamonda virus case in a man in his 60s.
- The patient died in early October after contracting the virus.
- Authorities suspect a midge bite as the transmission method in eastern France.
- WHO says the case is isolated with no current risk to the general population.
- Shamonda circulating in animals across several European countries prior to the human case.
“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda”
Key points from The Irish Times
- France announces first human infection with Shamonda virus, previously animal-only.
- The patient died in early October while being treated for another serious illness.
- Virus is transmitted by biting midges and largely found in cattle.
- ECDC says no current health risk to general population; investigations ongoing.
- Shamonda identified in multiple European countries after sick cattle were detected.
“France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk”
“Until now, the virus was considered non-transferable to humans, making the patient the first documented human case.”
“France reports first human case of Shamonda virus, but says there's no public health risk”
“France has reported the first-ever recorded case of a human contracting the Shamonda livestock virus, which is most commonly found in cattle.”
“The Shomonda virus has been detected in a human for the first time, French health officials said. Authorities see no risk to the public, adding that the victim, who died in early October, was severely immunocompromised.”
Key points from DW
- French health authorities confirmed a human Shamonda virus case and death this month.
- The case is described as exceptional, involving a severely immunocompromised individual.
- WHO says the virus is unlikely to spread and is an isolated case.
- Shamonda is an insect-borne Orthobunyavirus mainly affecting livestock like cattle.
- Investigation suggests vector-borne transmission via Culicoides bite in eastern France.
“France reports first human case of livestock virus after patient dies”
“The virus has several effects on animals,with affected cattle showing diarrhea, weakness, loss of appetite and, less often, fever.”
Key points from New York Post
- France confirmed the first human Shamonda virus case in a patient who died.
- The victim was a man in his 60s living in the Lyon area.
- WHO says transmission is unlikely to cause wider spread at this time.
- Virus is transmitted by biting midges and prevalent in livestock.
- Milk production on some French dairy farms fell up to 75% in a study.
“Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France”
“Investigations under way to determine whether virus normally found in livestock contributed to man’s death”
“French Patient Dies After Contracting First Known Case Of Shamonda Virus In Humans”
“Shamonda virus was previously only known to infect livestock like cattle and horses.”
“First Human Case of Livestock Virus Shamonda Reported”
“(MedPage Today) -- A first known human case of Shamonda virus infection has been detected in France, the country’s health authorities said on Thursday. The virus was detected in a severely immunocompromised patient who was being treated for a...”
Key points from MedPage Today
- France reports first known human Shamonda virus infection in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient in Lyon died in early October while being treated for a serious illness.
- Health ministry says no public health risk to the general population at present.
- Shamonda virus was previously considered unable to infect humans and is animal-borne by midges.
- Infection likely from a midge bite in eastern France; authorities alerted WHO and ECDC.
“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda after patient dies”
“France reported the first human case of the Shamonda virus usually found in livestock on Thursday in a hospital patient who died, though authorities said there was no risk to the general population.”
Key points from The National
- France reports the first human Shamonda virus case in a hospital patient who died.
- The victim, in his 60s from the Lyon area, had an unrelated serious disease.
- WHO says it is an isolated case unlikely to cause wider spread at this time.
- Transmission is by biting midges; no cattle-to-human or human-to-human transmission reported.
- Shamonda affects livestock and has been detected across multiple European countries.
“France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies”
“The WHO said it was working with French authorities to establish the source of the infection, possible routes of transmission and any potential public health risks”
Key points from Premium Times
- France confirmed the world’s first documented human Shamonda virus infection in an immunocompromised patient who died in early October.
- The case is described as exceptional and there is no current public health risk cited for the general population.
- Shamonda virus (Shav) mainly affects cattle and is spread via Culicoides midges; human cases were previously unheard of.
- WHO and ECDC are monitoring; authorities are investigating the infection source and transmission pathway.
- French authorities suspect midge bite in eastern France as a possible infection route; investigations continue.
Coverage
Oldest first · UTCSourceReutersUnited KingdomOwner: Thomson ReutersLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Reuters“France reports first human Shamonda virus case”
SourceSky NewsUnited KingdomOwner: Sky GroupLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Sky News“France reports first Shamonda virus case in human who later died”
“The first human case of the Shamonda virus has been detected in France in a person who later died, according to authorities.”
SourceNDTVIndiaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at NDTV“France Reports First Ever Case Of Human Shamonda Virus, 1 Dead”
“The authorites said this is the first time they have detected the Shamonda virus in a human.”
SourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Independent“Deadly Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France”
“The virus had until now been considered non-transmissible to humans, the French government said”
Key points from The Independent
- French health authorities confirmed the Shamonda virus detected in a human patient.
- The patient was immunocompromised and died in October at Hospices Civils de Lyon.
- Investigations are ongoing; cerebral complications are likely linked to Shamonda infection.
- Before this, Shamonda had circulated in Africa and Asia with no human cases documented.
- There is no vaccine currently available; risk to the general population remains absent.
SourceEuronewsFranceLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Euronews“France confirms first human case of Shamonda virus, previously found only in animals”
“French authorities have confirmed the first known human case of Shamonda virus, which mainly affects cattle, in a patient in Lyon who died in early October, adding that there is no health risk to the general population.”
Key points from Euronews
- France reports first human Shamonda virus infection in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient died in early October after infection detected in Lyon.
- Shamonda virus previously found only in animals and insects; human transmissibility uncertain.
- Experts suspect infection occurred via Culicoides midge bite in eastern France.
- Investigation ongoing with WHO and ECDC to determine death link and transmission.
SourceChannel News AsiaSingaporeLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Channel News Asia“France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk”
“The French health authorities said that the human infection appeared to be “an exceptional case involving a severely immunocompromised patient”.”
SourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Times of India“Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France; patient dies”
“French health authorities reported the emergence of the Shamonda virus in a human for the first time. This case involved a severely immunocompromised patient who tragically passed away in Lyon. Investigations suggest the virus was contracted through an insect bite, likely from the Culicoides midge.”
Key points from The Times of India
- French authorities detected the Shamonda virus in a human for the first time.
- The patient was severely immunocompromised and died in Lyon in early October.
- There is no identified health risk to the general population at present.
- Investigation ongoing; potential infection via Culicoides midge bite suspected.
- Virus previously affected livestock and was detected in Western Europe this year.
SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC“First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say”
“The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.”
Key points from BBC
- France reports the first known human Shamonda virus case in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient died in early October after experiencing neurological complications likely linked to the virus.
- Experts say the case is exceptional and there is currently no public risk identified.
- Shamonda virus primarily affects cattle and is spread by infected midges; human transmission previously unheard of.
- ECDC is monitoring the situation and investigating how the virus reached a human in eastern France.
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SourceMintIndiaOwner: HT MediaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Mint“What is Shamonda virus? How is it transmitted? ECDC monitoring situation as France reports first, rare human case”
“France has reported the first human case of Shamonda virus in a patient who was reported to be with severely compromised immunity levels. The patient has died earlier this month.”
Key points from Mint
- France confirms a human Shamonda virus infection for the first time.
- The patient had severely compromised immunity and died in October.
- Authorities note no general public health risk identified.
- Transmission likely occurred via a midge bite in eastern France.
- Clinical investigations are ongoing to understand the case fully.
SourceThe Express TribunePakistanOwner: Lakson GroupLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The Express Tribune“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda after patient dies”
“It is suspected that the victim was bitten by a midge carrying the virus in eastern France”
Key points from The Express Tribune
- France confirmed a first human Shamonda virus case in a man in his 60s.
- The patient died in early October after contracting the virus.
- Authorities suspect a midge bite as the transmission method in eastern France.
- WHO says the case is isolated with no current risk to the general population.
- Shamonda circulating in animals across several European countries prior to the human case.
SourceThe Irish TimesIrelandLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The Irish Times“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda”
Key points from The Irish Times
- France announces first human infection with Shamonda virus, previously animal-only.
- The patient died in early October while being treated for another serious illness.
- Virus is transmitted by biting midges and largely found in cattle.
- ECDC says no current health risk to general population; investigations ongoing.
- Shamonda identified in multiple European countries after sick cattle were detected.
SourceAl JazeeraQatarOwner: Al Jazeera Media NetworkLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Al Jazeera“France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk”
“Until now, the virus was considered non-transferable to humans, making the patient the first documented human case.”
SourceFrance 24FranceLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at France 24“France reports first human case of Shamonda virus, but says there's no public health risk”
“France has reported the first-ever recorded case of a human contracting the Shamonda livestock virus, which is most commonly found in cattle.”
SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW“France confirms first Shamonda virus infection in a human death of 'severely immunocompromised' individual”
“The Shomonda virus has been detected in a human for the first time, French health officials said. Authorities see no risk to the public, adding that the victim, who died in early October, was severely immunocompromised.”
Key points from DW
- French health authorities confirmed a human Shamonda virus case and death this month.
- The case is described as exceptional, involving a severely immunocompromised individual.
- WHO says the virus is unlikely to spread and is an isolated case.
- Shamonda is an insect-borne Orthobunyavirus mainly affecting livestock like cattle.
- Investigation suggests vector-borne transmission via Culicoides bite in eastern France.
SourceCNNUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at CNN“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda after patient dies”
SourceNew York PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-rightCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at New York Post“France reports first human case of livestock virus after patient dies”
“The virus has several effects on animals,with affected cattle showing diarrhea, weakness, loss of appetite and, less often, fever.”
Key points from New York Post
- France confirmed the first human Shamonda virus case in a patient who died.
- The victim was a man in his 60s living in the Lyon area.
- WHO says transmission is unlikely to cause wider spread at this time.
- Virus is transmitted by biting midges and prevalent in livestock.
- Milk production on some French dairy farms fell up to 75% in a study.
SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian“Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France”
“Investigations under way to determine whether virus normally found in livestock contributed to man’s death”
SourceForbesUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Forbes“French Patient Dies After Contracting First Known Case Of Shamonda Virus In Humans”
“Shamonda virus was previously only known to infect livestock like cattle and horses.”
SourceMedPage TodayUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at MedPage Today“First Human Case of Livestock Virus Shamonda Reported”
“(MedPage Today) -- A first known human case of Shamonda virus infection has been detected in France, the country’s health authorities said on Thursday. The virus was detected in a severely immunocompromised patient who was being treated for a...”
Key points from MedPage Today
- France reports first known human Shamonda virus infection in a severely immunocompromised patient.
- The patient in Lyon died in early October while being treated for a serious illness.
- Health ministry says no public health risk to the general population at present.
- Shamonda virus was previously considered unable to infect humans and is animal-borne by midges.
- Infection likely from a midge bite in eastern France; authorities alerted WHO and ECDC.
SourceThe Washington TimesUnited StatesLeanCenter-rightCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Washington Times“French officials report first fatal human case of Shamonda virus, normally found in livestock”
SourceThe NationalUnited Arab EmiratesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The National“France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda after patient dies”
“France reported the first human case of the Shamonda virus usually found in livestock on Thursday in a hospital patient who died, though authorities said there was no risk to the general population.”
Key points from The National
- France reports the first human Shamonda virus case in a hospital patient who died.
- The victim, in his 60s from the Lyon area, had an unrelated serious disease.
- WHO says it is an isolated case unlikely to cause wider spread at this time.
- Transmission is by biting midges; no cattle-to-human or human-to-human transmission reported.
- Shamonda affects livestock and has been detected across multiple European countries.
SourcePremium TimesNigeriaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Premium Times“France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies”
“The WHO said it was working with French authorities to establish the source of the infection, possible routes of transmission and any potential public health risks”
Key points from Premium Times
- France confirmed the world’s first documented human Shamonda virus infection in an immunocompromised patient who died in early October.
- The case is described as exceptional and there is no current public health risk cited for the general population.
- Shamonda virus (Shav) mainly affects cattle and is spread via Culicoides midges; human cases were previously unheard of.
- WHO and ECDC are monitoring; authorities are investigating the infection source and transmission pathway.
- French authorities suspect midge bite in eastern France as a possible infection route; investigations continue.
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