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HealthExplainer: What is Shamonda virus, and what risks does it pose to humans and animals?

France has reported the first known human case of Shamonda virus, in a patient who died. The livestock virus was first detected in Nigeria decades ago and reached Europe this year, prompting questions about the risks it poses to people and animals.

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Explainer: What is Shamonda virus, and what risks does it pose to humans and animals?
Explainer: What is Shamonda virus, and what risks does it pose to humans and animals?Health