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First Human Case of Shamonda Virus Detected in France

Name: First Human Case of Shamonda Virus Detected in France
Start: 2026-10-22T11:15:48Z
Location: France

France · Rest of Europe region

detected 2026-10-22T11:15:48Z updated 2026-10-22T11:15:48Z

Officials report the first human case of the Shamonda virus in France. The disease, which typically affects cattle, was identified in a patient who died in early October.

Single-source report, not yet corroborated.

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Category: • Health emergency
Severity: Medium
Confidence: Low
Sources: 1
Location: Approximate (country level)

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