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First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say

First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
BBC Science Thursday 22 October 2026, 11:04 UTC 1 min read
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The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.

The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.
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