Meanwhile, human-to-human transmission is possible and has occurred predominantly among close contacts and in healthcare settings. The latest case reported in Al Ain had no history of direct or indirect contact with dromedaries, goats, or sheep. According to the WHO, humans can get infected from direct or indirect contact with infected dromedary camels, although the exact route of transmission remains unclear. According to the WHO, approximately 35 per cent of infected patients have not survived. It can cause severe illness in humans resulting in high mortality. Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (Mers) is a viral respiratory infection of humans and dromedary camels, which is caused by a coronavirus called the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (Mers-CoV). In the wake of recent development, Khaleej Times explains this viral disease, its symptoms, and precautionary measures. The WHO underlined that the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has “strengthened surveillance activities” to identify possible cases and conducted several workshops to create awareness. Since July 2013, a total of 94 cases, including the new one, and 12 deaths have been reported. Meanwhile, the UN health agency pointed out that all 108 identified contacts were monitored for 2 weeks from the last date of exposure to the infected patient, and no secondary cases were detected.Ĭases of Mers-CoV infection are rare in the UAE. A case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (Mers-CoV) was detected last month in Abu Dhabi’s Al Ain, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).Ī 28-year-old expat had tested positive following a PCR done in June.
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