The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday (July 24) confirmed a case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) in a 28-year-old male from Al Ain City in Abu Dhabi after being notified by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government, earlier this month (July 10).

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First reported in 2012 in Saudi Arabia, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus with symptoms similar to the COVID-19 coronavirus, namely, fever, cough and shortness of breath with a range from none, to mild, to severe.

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Explained | What is Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus infection detected in a UAE man?

Which are the deadliest viruses of 21st century?

Was the MERS virus a model for the creation of COVID-19?