Published 2 years ago

What is the new Langya virus that has infected dozens in China

Summary by Ground News

The Langya henipavirus (LayV) was found in 35 people in the Shandong and Henan provinces of China, who were tested between 2018 and 2021. The virus can cause acute fever, fatigue, cough and loss of appetite. Some patients also had body aches, nausea, vomiting and headaches.

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The Hindu

Dozens in China infected with Langya virus found in shrews

Langya virus patients reported symptoms that include fever, fatigue, cough, nausea and headaches

2 years ago·India

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NDTV

New Virus Also Found In Shrews Infects Dozens In China

Dozens of people in China have fallen ill with a new virus that is also found in shrews, a report has said, but there is so far no evidence of human-to-human transmission.

2 years ago·New Delhi, India

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Sydney Morning Herald

New Langya virus, possibly spilled over from animals, infects dozens in China

The first Langya virus sample was detected in late 2018 from a farmer in Shandong province in China who sought treatment for a fever.

2 years ago·Sydney, Australia

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CBS News

New animal-derived Langya virus infects 35 in Eastern China

Though the virus has not yet caused any fatalities, it comes from the same family as other deadly viruses.

2 years ago

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RTÉ

Dozens in China hit with Langya virus found in shrews

Dozens of people in China have fallen ill with a new virus that is also found in shrews, a report has said, but there is so far no evidence of human-to-human transmission.

2 years ago·Ireland

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