Potentially deadly zoonotic virus found in US, sparking concerns of spread to humans
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A fatal virus has been discovered in shrews in Alabama, sparking concerns about potential contagion to humans. The Camp Hill virus was discovered by researchers at The University of Queensland.
A henipavirus is a genus of viruses that is zoonotic, which means it can be spread from animals to humans. Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
"Henipaviruses have caused serious disease and death in people and animals in other regions," Dr. Rhys Parry from the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences said in a press release on The University of Queensland's website.
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